The Dreaded Price Increase - Barb Speaks
I was certainly caught off guard with my own hairdresser when my usual service came with a $45 hoist of the pants. I thought “Love, take me to dinner first!”
Blog: “Just get a job as a bather”
“It’s a hands-on job. Don’t waste your money on courses.”
“Just get a job as a bather and work your way up. That’s the best way to learn.”
“I never studied and I’m doing fine.”
Get Certified - Are You Eligible?
The assessment includes a mix of theory and practical evidence. It’s designed to place you at the right starting point in the Industry Certification Pathway.
Baby Boo and Tweeny Boo Little Slickers
Say hi to Baby Boo, the littlest member of the Boo Crew.
Alfie & Michelle - Lakeland Terrier Pet Strip
Alfie’s jacket is hand stripped to encourage coat texture and colour, while sensitive areas like the rear are clipped, and furnishings are scissored for a tidy, balanced finish.
Teenie Weenie Face Comb
The Teenie Weenie is great for eye boogies and crusty tear stains.
Senior Robert’s ‘Jellybean Clip’
Robert is a 16 year old Maltese X JRT who is having, what his Mum calls, a “jellybean clip!” He’s having a #7F on the body, a mohawk, and fetching little tufts on his ears, and that's the way he likes it!
Polished Salon Style Golden Retriever
Colleen Beagley demonstrates how to elevate a standard salon groom on a desexed Golden Retriever with spay coat into a sleek, polished finish using expert de-shedding and hand-stripping techniques.
Blog - Maternity Leave for Self Employed Groomers
85% of the dog grooming workforce is female, 55% of which are aged 20-39 - which if you’ve attended an extended family gathering in recent times, your Aunt (who has probably gone a bit too hard on the Chardonnay) will tell you are your best child-bearing years.
Butterknife Bling
More than just a grooming tool, this is a piece of jewellery for your kit. Channel your inner Liberace as you twirl and wield this gorgeous comb with finesse, adding style to every groom.
On the Road Ep 8 | Beauty and Beast
We visit Alicia Fragiadakis at her home salon in Jannali, Sydney. With 20 years of experience, Alicia shares how she’s created a grooming space that fits her life - one that supports a busy workload, allows for teaching and hand stripping, and reflects everything she’s learned along the way.
The Norwich Masterclass
Alicia and Franklin demonstrate the proper tools and hand-stripping techniques to maintain a natural, layered look for a show-ready coat on this cobby breed.
Barb on ME TIME$
You’ll stop mid-groom to tension your scissors, but ignore the screaming lower back that’s been threatening to quit since Wednesday? Book the damn massage appointment.
Free website check + chat for members! Esther is the BEST!
Member Perks! The Marketing Jar is offering all igroomhub members a free check that covers website performance, SEO, and UX design.
Tiarne and Yaae - The Continental Trim
What do Rosettes, Spray Up’s, Banding and Bracelets all have in common? The Continental Trim, which Tiarne and Yaae show you in this huge 6 part tutorial.
Barb on Home (Salon) Truths
The best marketing you’ll ever have is a wagging tail and a gushing owner.
OES Salon Style with Alicia and Macy
Alicia shows to different styling solutions. She will clip one side, and then on the other side scissor the legs to show you how the 2 styles look.
The Border Collie with Tepra
Tepra and the excitable Zola, will take you through a breed groom on this working breed.
Barb on Cancellation Fees
Cancellation fees aren’t a tool for generating extra income but protecting our projected income.
