The igroomhub Blog
Fresh ideas. Real advice. Zero A-small-amount-of-completely-relevant nonsense.
Dog Groomers WHS
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.
Grooming Dogs that are having Chemotherapy
When grooming these dogs, it's important to take extra precautions because chemotherapy can weaken a dog's immune system and make them more susceptible to infections and other health issues.
Compassion Fatigue
There are many reasons why people become dog groomers. Money, flexibility, opportunity, environment, but there is one thing most will ultimately have in common: they want to help dogs.
Work Life Balance
“It must be so much fun playing with dogs all day!” - said everyone who isn’t in the industry.
Money Saving Tips for Grooming Businesses
With the cost of almost everything rising, it's time to look at how our businesses can save some money. Here’s 10 easy tasks you can action immediately.
Managing difficult staff
You may not solve the problem today, but the door will be well and truly open to creating a pathway to resolution.
Matted Dogs - Educating Clients + Charging Appropriately
We’ve all been there – when a client arrives for their groom and either doesn’t understand that their dog is matted, or doesn’t understand why it costs them more money.
The common question “why are you charging me more if you’re going to shave it off anyway?”
Dog Grooming Competitions
Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, participating in grooming competitions can offer a wide range of benefits
Work Attire
Are you dressed for success? Smart appearance creates a great first impression for your business, and so does PPE!
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