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What Would You Say to Someone Interested in Becoming a Pet Groomer?

What Would You Say to Someone Interested in Becoming a Pet Groomer?

Posted by Kelsey Mailloux, Digital Marketing Strategist on 10th May 2023

Originally published January 9, 2023 Groomer's Choice caught up with members of the dog grooming community and asked "What would you say to someone interested in becoming a pet groomer?" Here's what they said:"It takes a certain type of person to be a dog groomer. Like many service jobs, it requires a skill to perform on a living, moving animal. With that being said, my job is my favorite thi …
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Groomer Spotlight: Elizabeth Layne

Groomer Spotlight: Elizabeth Layne

Posted by Kelsey Mailloux, Digital Marketing Strategist on 10th May 2023

Originally published December 19, 2022 Groomers around the world inspire us. Their passion for pets and business consistently set the bar for the industry, which is why we'll be featuring stories from groomers like you in our monthly Barkmails. This month, we caught up with groomer Elizabeth Layne, owner of Wizard Of Paws in Winchester, Tennessee.GC: Tell us your grooming story.EL: I was 18 a …
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Groomer Spotlight: Brenda Bryant

Groomer Spotlight: Brenda Bryant

Posted by Kelsey Mailloux, Digital Marketing Strategist on 10th May 2023

Originally published November 21, 2022 Groomers around the world inspire us. Their passion for pets and business consistently set the bar for the industry, which is why we'll be featuring stories from groomers like you in our monthly Barkmails. This month, we caught up with groomer Brenda Bryant, owner of Poodles and Friends in Kennebunk, Maine.GC: Tell us your grooming story.BB: My late fath …
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5 Tips for New Competitive Groomers

5 Tips for New Competitive Groomers

Posted by Marci Wanta on 10th May 2023

Originally published October 24, 2022 Hi guys! I'm Marci Wanta, owner of Wiggle Waggle Pet Care in Verona, Wisconsin. This year, I competed in entry level competitions at various grooming trade shows across the country. Here's my top takeaways for anyone considering entering their first grooming competition. Photo courtesy of Animal Photography1: Do your prep work well.Your prep wor …
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