One bad grooming experience in your area can change how clients see all groomers. Here’s why it happens and what it means for professionals.

There’s a lot of judgement aimed at “doodle owners” as if they all knowingly signed up for a high-maintenance coat and then chose to ignore it. In reality, many of them were sold a story.

Because grooming isn’t about the four walls around you. It’s about the dog in front of you, what’s in your hands, and how you use it.

Groomers, stop putting your education last. Your scissors aren’t the only thing that needs sharpening. Ongoing learning keeps grooming interesting, prevents burnout, and helps you grow your skills

We’ve seen veteran groomers share generously, and we’ve seen them protect their knowledge like trade secrets. We’ve seen kindness. We’ve seen cruelty. We’ve seen leadership used to lift others, and to shut them out. The difference isn’t just personality. It’s the choice to lead well.

Here’s what most people don’t see. And what every good groomer knows.

Without a mandatory baseline, people find other ways to legitimise themselves. Some cling to who trained them, how long they’ve been grooming, or their standing in the community. Others tear down those who do things differently to protect their own position.

Grooming isn’t just dip, clip, and snip anymore. The job has come a long way, and it’s too important to skip the concepts that protect both dogs and groomers.

If you’ve been researching a career in dog grooming, you’ve probably come across a few different terms — dog groomer, pet stylist, even master groomer. It can get confusing fast!

One question we hear a lot is: What’s the difference between a dog groomer and a pet stylist?

Let’s break it down.

Videos are popping up showing dogs biting, snapping, flinching, and pulling away—stressed out and trying to escape while an HV dryer is aimed straight at their face. And yet, somehow, they’re being framed as funny.

Choosing the right training course can feel like trawling through Netflix—so many options, and you’re not sure which one’s worth your time. In an unregulated industry, the choices are endless, but not all courses provide the same level of education or experience.

So you’ve completed your course, learned the trade, and have been grooming for a few years now. All that’s left is to keep working, right?

Before you shout at your computer screens, “But igroomhub, there are only so many hours in a workday!” we want to let you know that we absolutely understand this, and we hear you!

Why education is the cornerstone of success for small dog grooming businesses.

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Understanding how to communicate effectively with your dog groomer is crucial

We’re people pleasers and puppy pleasers, but how do we find a balance between the two? And more importantly, which comes first?

Matting can be the relentless gift that keeps on giving!

How safely are you working? You might be able to scissor the most magnificent mushroom head known to man, but if you are not working safely then there is no point.