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As professional dog groomers, we are wired to push through. A full schedule, dogs booked out for weeks or even months, client messages waiting, and the thought of rearranging appointments can make taking a sick day feel almost impossible. For many of us, the stress of rescheduling feels just as painful as the illness itself. So what do we do? We load up on cold medicine, ibuprofen, and energy dri …

What could $3,000, $4,000, $5,000 or more buy you? Would you pay off your credit card? Would you go on a vacation? Would you put a down payment on a new car? Maybe some new clothes. Maybe some new grooming equipment. Maybe a start to a retirement nest egg. Options. Options. The path to getting this financial boost is not by doing an extra dog or two every day. If you are grooming 6 or more dogs pe …

Pet professionals around the world inspire us. Their passion for pets and business consistently sets the bar for the industry, which is why we'll be spotlighting stories from pet professionals like you. This month's Very Important Groomer (VIG) spotlight features 13-year-old Madilyn Mullin of Grant, AL.  GC: Tell us your grooming story. MM: I actually started grooming because o …

As we head into 2025, the pet grooming industry is more competitive than ever, with new salons popping up and clients having high expectations for the care and service their pets receive. To stand out and thrive, grooming salon owners need to think beyond just providing great haircuts — it’s time to step up your marketing game and build lasting client relationships. As the owner of The Paw Sh …