The igroomhub Blog
Fresh ideas. Real advice. Zero A-small-amount-of-completely-relevant nonsense.
The Hangover - Christmas Edition
The holiday hangover is real, relentless, and if we’re honest… a bit of a cold-hearted b*tch! But with our big-girl pants on, let’s dive into why the feels are hitting like a rogue mat in a fluffy coat: it’s not you—it’s January.
How to Choose the Dog Grooming Course That’s Right for You
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.
The continental poodle trim, with the person who is quite literally Australia's poodle groomer
When Tiarne Perkiss moved out of home, the first thing she did was order a poodle. Her parents had never let her have one. She's been making up for lost time ever since.
If you're not working a Norwich Terrier every three weeks, you're already behind
The rolled coat is a completely different mindset to a sculpted wire coat. With a wire fox or a Lakeland, you're building toward a finished result. With a Norwich on a roll, you're maintaining a system.
Spay coat: why desexed golden retrievers always look a bit fluffy - and what groomers can do about it
It's the fuzzy, cottony undercoat that makes a desexed golden retriever look a bit like a sheep - and no amount of slicker brushing or combing is going to fully resolve it.
Why Every Dog Groomer Should Invest in Ongoing Education
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?
Human Connection
Dog Groomers' schedules don't always allow for deep, meaningful conversations, but there are still small, impactful ways we can boost our human connections throughout the day.
Olympic Clippers: When Poodle Grooming Was an Official Sport
Discover the surprising story of how poodle grooming became an Olympic event.
How to Avoid Anxiety Transferrance when you are Grooming
The ‘Anxiety’ album includes hit tracks from bands such as the German Shepherds, the Border Collies and the Labrador Retrievers.
How to Improve Your Dog Grooming Skills Through Online Learning
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!
A Culture of Learning: The Importance of Education in Small Dog Grooming Businesses
Why education is the cornerstone of success for small dog grooming businesses.
“Why Does My Dog’s Haircut Cost More Than My Own?”
A perfectly acceptable response in verse. Add interpretive dance for full effect.
“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
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