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

What is a grass seed, what do they look like and why are they dangerous to our dogs?

The pet grooming industry is expected to grow consistently at a rate of 9.06% per year over a forecast period of 4 years. People will continue to spend more on the upkeep of their furry family members, which is great news for dogs, dog groomers and business owners.

We answer your questions:

What is a hematoma, why do they occur, and how do we prevent them?
What does this have to do with grooming?
What is the responsibility of the groomer?

The constant pressure to oversee every detail in your salon can lead to fatigue, hinder team morale, and impede business progress.
Delegate, delegate, delegate.

When your clipper battery starts dying, you recharge it. But the workhorse behind your clippers often gets overlooked - the groomer! It’s just as important to keep your body fueled as it is the tools in your arsenal, if not more.

Dog groomers are natural caregivers, but too often we see business owners trying to bear the brunt of an increase in their overheads and in some cases, we see them looking for other ways to reduce costs.

It’s hard to believe that a single hair can cause so much damage but there really are great risks associated with hair splinters.

You may be asked to groom dogs undergoing Chemotherapy from time to time. 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.

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.

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.

So, you have a difficult staff member! Don't we all from time to time. These steps have been proven to help difficult situations with a team member who is out of line with your business culture.
You may not solve the problem today, but the door will be well and truly open to creating a pathway to resolution.

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.

Throughout your grooming career you are likely to come across dogs that can not be safely groomed without the aid of medication prescribed by their vet.