The igroomhub Blog
Fresh ideas. Real advice. Zero A-small-amount-of-completely-relevant nonsense.
SEARCH BY TAG
- adventures
- all
- anxiety
- app
- appointments
- brushing
- burnout
- business
- cage-free
- cages
- cleaning
- clients
- compassion fatigue
- competing
- competitions
- customer service
- difficult dogs
- DIY
- dogs
- education
- employers
- equipment
- ethics
- expectations
- finances
- first aid
- groomer health
- idiots
- injuries
- injury
- leadership
- matting
- mental health
- mobile grooming
- money
- networking
- policies and procedures
- PPE
- profit
- reviews
- safety
- salon
- seminar
- seniors
- special care
- staff
- time management
- training
- welfare
- whs
OR SCROLL FOR YOUR LIFE!
What Matters Most in Google Reviews for Dog Groomers?
If Searching Sally is anything like 88% of consumers, her final choice will rely on Google Reviews. This will be good or bad news for you depending on how your reviews are currently tracking, but we’re here to help!
14 Golden Rules for You and Your Dog Groomer
Understanding how to communicate effectively with your dog groomer is crucial
Navigating Bad Reviews
No one sets out to disappoint their dog owners. If we were, we’d certainly be in the wrong line of work. However, in an industry that is needed by many, it is only truly understood by a small few.
Work Attire
Are you dressed for success? Smart appearance creates a great first impression for your business, and so does PPE!
Client Education Brochures
These brochures not only empower you with knowledge but also help educate your clients about pet care best practices.
Meeting Customer Expectations
An important part of professional dog grooming is the ability to deliver exceptional customer service.
A Dog has a Seizure or Panic Attack
Dogs can have seizures anytime, anywhere. It can be very distressing for staff, customers and owners when this occurs.
“In times of change, learners inherit the earth, while the learned find themselves beautifully equipped to deal with a world that no longer exists.”
ERIC HOFFER
Learning, training, and support for the modern dog grooming industry.
→ Explore our platforms
GROOMERS + STUDENTS
A professional learning hub with hundreds of dog grooming tutorials and resources. Designed to support ongoing skill development, problem-solving, and modern grooming practices at every stage of your career.
DOG GROOMING BUSINESS
Practical resources for running a dog grooming business. Covers staff training, systems, compliance, and decision-making that supports confident leadership for business owners managing teams or working solo.
Visit igroombiz →
PET PARENTS
Home grooming education for dog owners, from free tutorials to structured online courses. Guidance on choosing the right dog and early puppy desensitisation, with a focus on safe, realistic care between professional grooms.
Go to igroomdiy →
ONLINE COURSES
Professional development and structured theory courses for groomers and teams. Used for upskilling, staff training, and formal study alongside hands-on learning, with a strong focus on safety and professional standards.
View igroomschool courses →