Manage Your Dog Grooming Business, Like a Boss

Training, systems, and support. Built for the people running the show.

Dog Grooming business, done right.

In an industry with such little formal regulation, obligations and responsibilities can loom large in a dog grooming business. It can be difficult to gauge best practice across many areas, and it can be overwhelming for groomers to manage staff and general business duties, on top of the constant animal welfare responsibilities for dogs in their care.

This section of igroomhub is to help groomers with a business, however that may look, make good decisions, and cultivate a professional culture in the dog grooming industry. If you are starting a dog grooming business in Australia, or if you are a sole trader, a salon owner and / or manager, a home business groomer, a franchisee, or in charge of a small team in some way, read on to see how igroombiz can help you nail it.

Running a grooming business takes more than great grooms.

We’ve built real tools to help you train staff, stay compliant, and lead with clarity.

EMPLOYING STAFF

Streamline your systems behind the scenes. Use our free guides to build job descriptions, KPIs, SOPs, policies, and paperwork that actually help your business run better.

Get it sorted

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ONBOARDING & Inductions

Onboard new staff with confidence from day one. Use our WHS Induction Course and downloadable checklist to get them job-ready and safe.

Onboard Now

TRAINING & EDUCATION

Grow your team with structured online learning for every skill level. Build confidence, consistency, and real-world skills they can apply straight away.

Raise the Standard

HR Support with Strawberry Seed

Need help with contracts or compliance? Members get exclusive access to HR advice and discounted consulting from Strawberry Seed.

Get HR Support

SOLO GROOMERS

Running solo doesn’t mean doing it all alone. This page brings together practical tools, safety tips, business advice, and links to help sole traders set up smart systems and build a business that works.

Run Smarter

CLIENT MANAGEMENT

Keep your client relationships smooth and professional. Access ready-to-use templates for terms, policies, and forms to save time and protect your business.

Access Templates

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PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALTH AT WORK

Build a safer, calmer workplace with this simple toolkit. Identify stress points, consult your team, and take action to meet WHS psychological health requirements.

Get Compliant

PROMOTING YOUR BUSINESS

Get your grooming business seen without spending big. Quick, practical tips to boost visibility, build trust, and attract the right clients.

Read the Tips

Business Mentoring

Refocus your vision and build a healthier business. This short course offers real support with leadership, mindset, and team development.

Get Inspired

Get the systems, training, and support you need to run a smoother business, build a stronger team, and stop flying by the seat of your pants!

Read More on the Blog

Want more help thinking through the business side of grooming? Browse anything tagged business on the igroomhub blog. From forms and policy examples to what to do when things go quiet, sometimes all it takes is a fresh perspective to shift how you work.

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There Is No Going Rate. There Isn’t Even a Going Cocker Spaniel.

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You can’t price dogs like they’re coming off a conveyor belt. Here’s what really matters.

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Good Grooming Doesn’t Care Where You Park

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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.

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What Matters Most in Google Reviews for Dog Groomers?

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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!

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How Dog Groomers Can Stay Safe from Scams on Resale Sites

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As dog groomers, upgrading or replacing our tools is an ongoing part of the job. Sites like Facebook Marketplace, Gumtree, and local buy–swap–sell pages have become all the more popular to snag a bargain or sell your own used and unused equipment. But what isn’t ever written in the fine print of the product description is the harrowing fact that scammers are becoming much more sophisticated.

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