The Big Bad Tick
Although I don’t like them, ticks never really bothered me that much. If I found one on a dog I […]
Kathy Hosler
Kathy Hosler opened her shop in 1971 when she was just nineteen years old. She has built a terrific business and is still actively grooming today. Kathy is also a feature writer for Groomer To Groomer and Pet Boarding & Daycare Magazines, and has been nominated twice for the Barkleigh Honors Journalist of the Year Award as well as a Cardinal Crystal Achievement Award for Grooming Journalist.
What You Don’t See Can Hurt You
Do you sanitize your blades, tools and all of your grooming, bathing and holding areas between every pet you groom? […]
The Competition World Is Calling Are You Ready?
Groomers, You may begin. If you have ever watched or participated in a grooming contest, you know that these words […]
Groom Expo: Bringing Groomers Together for 30 Years
For thirty years Groom Expo has been bringing groomers together. From the moment you enter the welcoming lobby at the […]
Customer Service: You Get out What You Put In
I had driven more than 100 miles when I pulled up in front of the Crile building in the enormous […]
Dealing with the Dickersons
We all get calls from people who want special treatment and a bargain price. Those individuals are known as “The […]
How Wellness Products Could Deliver Big Payoffs
If you are one of the 126,000 groomers in North America, you know that grooming is a demanding career and […]
How to Become the Best Groomer in the World
“People may not remember exactly what you did, or what you said, but they will always remember how you made […]
The Matted Pet Matter
It happens all too often. A pet comes in to be groomed. And whether it is a Shih Tzu, a […]
Separation Anxiety: Not Just for Pets!
I took my sweet Flat Coated Retriever, Lil Abner, to be neutered today. I had complete confidence in his veterinarian and her staff. After all, she has cared for all my animals for close to thirty years and I have never had a problem of any kind.
The Most Important Grooming Tool: You!
If someone asks you what your most important tool is, what will you answer? Do you say that it is your favorite ‘go–to’ scissors, your clipper vacuum system, HV dryer or specialty brush?
Quitting Is Never an Option: Staci Adam’s Story
Everyone faces challenges and difficulties in their life. Some are stressful or annoying, while others are life changing.