What Could Happen If You Went Mobile? An Inside Look at Mobile Grooming
Posted by Jay Scruggs on 8th Jan 2024
All it took for me to know I wanted to be a mobile groomer was working one day in a local shop. My first day was full of chaos. I walked in fresh out of grooming school, and the shop owner had six full grooms on my list –bath and all. I was used to being given step-by-step instructions, so I was still trying to get my speed up. I had never groomed six dogs in a day. The boss stood over m
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Dryer Maintenance 101
Posted by Jay Scruggs on 5th Sep 2023
As featured in the Groomer's Choice VIG Magazine: Vol 1, Ed 2, Summer 2023 Some of the most important pieces of equipment groomers use everyday are dryers. Whether you use a stand dryer and/or high velocity dryer, daily maintenance is key to long-lasting equipment.Both the stand and the high velocity dryer should have their filters cleaned daily. If they are in a salon and out in th
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How to Tackle the De-shed
Posted by Jay Scruggs on 10th May 2023
Originally published April 3, 2023 As featured in the Groomer's Choice VIG Magazine: Vol 1, Ed 1, Spring 2023 As a mobile groomer, I cannot stand to have dog fur flying everywhere and sticking to every part of me and my equipment. Here are some things I do to help tackle the de-shedding process.I do most of my de-shedding in the tub. The reason being is the coat releases the dead hair when sh
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Super Styling Sessions Q&A with Jay Scruggs and Sue Zecco
Posted by Gator, Groomer's Choice Brand Ambassador on 9th May 2023
Originally published October 4, 2021 We recently caught up with Jay Scruggs and Sue Zecco about Super Styling Sessions. Q: How do you describe Super Styling Sessions to those who haven't attended one? A: SSS are a great, fun way to learn more about grooming all different breeds as well as mixed breeds. We cover tools, techniques, breed standards and so much more. Whether you are a n
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