how do you become a pet groomer?

Question

im graduating high school a year early and i would like to become a pet groomer for a while to earn some money and i was wanting to know is there a certain age you have you be or certain training i need to go through. I have heard of interning and am thinking of trying that. thanks

Answer 1

My major is Animal Science and while I was attending PVU I obtained a job at the local pet store, which had a grooming salon. Normally, it’s on the job training. You will start just checking the clients in and prep the animals and someone will train you on the different cuts and every thing else that goes along with it. I stayed in that department for a week and a half and saw something better. Veterinarian Assistant. Again check your local major pet stores. “Petsmart”

Answer 2

My sister-in-regulation continuously loved grooming her poodle and yorkie, so she all got to work contained in the grooming section at Petco as a canines bather, and the shop paid for her to take grooming guidance. Now she's an entire-time groomer there on the shop, and in many years (she's only 18 in the present day) she's planning on establishing her very own position. i'd recommend a puppy shop, or asking a specialist groomer, i'm no longer confident in case you are able to take guidance everywhere except from an section like that.

Answer 3

Here is a great article on how to become a pet groomer, sounds like a fun job..Good Luck!!

http://www.thepetprofessor.com/articles/article.aspx?id=310

Answer 4

yes, interning is the best way to go. go to pet groomers and they usually have information on getting training and lessons. it shouldnt be too hard...just be carefull with those sissors, okay!?