Friday, June 13, 2014

The Pet Groomers First Business Venture

By Kenya Campos


The growing popularity of spas and salons are also offering services for animals. There are already dog spas or salons available for them. The services offer from massage, aromatherapy treatment, high fashioned haircuts and even tattoos. If you consider to be one of the pet groomers Dallas or having an additional service to your current business, this is the right time to have it. Here are some advices to get you started.

The first quality you should possess is your love and passion for animals. You must have enough patience with animals in this field. You can start by researching some tips to become a good groomer. It is necessary to evaluate the competition, the place of your business and the funds in supporting such undertaking.

Usually, groomers must possess a strong physical strength and good health condition. You have a tough task, since you are lifting animals and other task that needs stamina. You should evaluate yourself if you possess these qualities. However, if you have health problems such as asthma or allergies to animals, maybe this is not really the right undertaking for you.

The next thing to consider is your location. Your establishments must have a spacious room for the grooming services. Your place must have water resistant flooring and tiled. It should be convenient enough for an easy access for bathing materials and away from dangerous electrical outlets. The cleanliness and safety of the place are most essential.

Formal education or licensing is not really required for a groomer. In fact, most groomers are just depending on on the job trainings to develop their skills. However, today, it is suggested for animal groomers to find professional schooling for them to gain confidence and extra knowledge. This is a tool for them to be effective for their animal clients.

Most trainings are intended to provide skills and enough knowledge to control a certain animal behavior. You are taught to recognize an animal skin disorder, any safety practices, combing, bathing procedures, hair cutting, drying and the proper way to use the products and supplies. There are states that require a license for tick and flea treatments.

Although vocational licensing is not required, the city or municipality still requires you to obtain permits and licenses. You can check your locality on the important documents you will be providing. You can also inquire from the local chamber of commerce for the requirements.

There are also other grooming services that you might interested in. Most of the trending service today is the mobile pet grooming. This is a door to door service. There is no need for pet owners to visit in most spas since it is already available on mobile. Another service is the self dog washes. This means, that owners are provided with facilities to wash their pets by themselves. This is a good start for newbies.

Insurance is also important for most businesses. Sometimes, situations that are unexpected and could affect the health of the animals. Most owners have no insurance to cover all the problems. That is why, insurance is needed. Another is the right pricing for your service. You can check a pricing strategy that is applicable in your area. You must consider the competition in your location.




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