Dog Grooming Courses on How To Navigate Grooming A Curly-Furred Animal
It never fails, curly-haired girls want straight hair and straight-haired girls want curls but what about dogs? Do they care? Probably not, but if you want to become a dog groomer you probably will because curly hair, or fur, requires a different approach when grooming than straight or wiry fur. At Merryfield Academy, one of […]
How To Soothe An Anxious Pet For Grooming
Some dogs aren’t fans of the groomers and will put up a fight if they’re taken to be washed or have their nails clipped. Many owners may think of giving up trying to bring them to you, but it’s essential that they get good grooming. When they’re groomed, dogs are actually healthier and will feel better […]
What To Do When The Dog’s Owner Doesn’t Like Your Grooming Job
As a dog groomer, you’ve been through enough training and certification to know just how to take care of any dog that comes your way. Like any job though, there will be times when the customer doesn’t like the job you’ve done. What do you do when you’re facing an upset dog owner? Here’s how […]
Grooming A Dog Without Injury
Anyone who loves animals knows that being a pet groomer can be very rewarding and potentially lucrative profession. However, this is one of the most challenging professions within the pet industry, especially since this field presents the greatest potential for injuries and accidents– to pets and groomers. Groomers often find themselves servicing frightened, squirmy, uncooperative […]
Four Techniques to Calm a Scared Dog
Dogs might become scared for several reasons, some of which are rational while others aren’t. Fireworks and thunderstorms are two frequent sources of fear among dogs, but others comprise meeting strangers, separation from owners, and confronting unfamiliar animals or objects. Indications of fright can range from abrupt flight to physical responses, for instance, whimpering, shaking, […]
Five Companies That Hire Entry Level Groomers
Pet grooming is a rewarding and fulfilling job, and it’s no wonder that more and more people are joining dog grooming schools every day. They want to interact with animals as their day job and make their lives a little bit more comfortable. As a new groomer though, fresh out of school, where can you […]
Can We Call A Dog Groomer A Master Stylist?
Dog groomers are becoming more and more common, as dog owners want their dogs to be well cared for. A good groomer can prevent knotting and matting, and have your dog looking tidy and neat in no time. Can we really call them master stylists, though? We here at Merryfield School Of Pet Grooming, we […]
Dog Grooming Certification Can Enhance Your Professional Credentials
Dog grooming is a flourishing industry that’s expanding rapidly. After all, we love our furry companions. While most owners perform basic grooming regularly, some grooming tasks are much difficult and you might lack the equipment and expertise to do it yourself. That’s where professional dog grooming comes in. A professional groomer knows the ins and […]
