Professional Groomers

[kalina82]

Originally Posted by mimimomo

Thanks Kellie! It's very pricey...but looks like it'll be perfect. Worth the price if it'll reduce my stress & avoid getting bitten!
Have you tried putting cotton balls in the dog's ears when blow drying? Sometimes it helps...but some dogs just don't like it at all, esp around the face. I've noticed this on dogs w/ear infections...maybe the force of the air irritates the inflamed ears.

yeah i've tried cotton balls but they usually shake them out a billion times. I've also wrapped a towel around their head to lessen the noise and this has worked with a few of them. then there are the few that just don't cooperate for anything...

[addicted]

Originally Posted by mimimomo

Where are you attending school? I went to wagmytail in Tujunga.

I use muzzles for doing quick things, like nail clipping. Some dogs get very nippy, esp when cutting nails. (I guess it reminds them of quicks being cut in the past?) Never leave a muzzle on a pet for more than 15 mins...they can't cool off w/out panting. I use it for no longer than a min or two.

Dogs do warn you before they bite. I always watch their eyes...& if they turn their head, I say 'Nah~ah!' very firmly. Then they'll know you're in charge.

Cat's bites are what I'm scared of...it can puncture & leave you disabled (can cause serious nerve damage). I hold on to the scruff of the neck for dear life! I also use e-collars if the cat is very skiddish.

I know what you mean by getting exhausted. I only work p/t for mobile grooming, but at the end of the day, I'm beat! Doing 7-8 pets & driving around town is very physically demanding.

One good thing...I've lost some weight.

I'm actually going to Wagmytail grooming school right now. How did you like it there? I really don't like the equipments we use. It does not work well. I have been on the waiting list for the Hacienda grooming school for over a year and still waiting, so I decided to go to Wagmytail.

Wow, mobile grooming? How is that business? Weight loss? Count me in!

[hviola]

Congrats on your grooming endeavors, ladies!

I was just reading what you wrote about cats. I have a persian rescue and his hair is awful, and I don't think he is used to being brushed. Also, the poor thing was shaved when I got him. He has a beautiful coat now, but gets a little nippy when I brush his backside. I think I might check out the e-collar thing.

[mimimomo]

Originally Posted by addicted

I'm actually going to Wagmytail grooming school right now. How did you like it there? I really don't like the equipments we use. It does not work well. I have been on the waiting list for the Hacienda grooming school for over a year and still waiting, so I decided to go to Wagmytail.

Wow, mobile grooming? How is that business? Weight loss? Count me in!

I loved it! I think Yvonne is wonderful...she actually got me the mobile groomer job. You can trade in equipment that doesn't work well...just ask them. I liked the fact that wagmytail was 5 wks long & totally hands on. How much more do you have to go?
I know a groomer that attended Hacienda...she liked it & has her own shop by my house.
I'm just working mobile until I gain some more experience, my goal is to open my own pet spa.

**hviola...the e-collar would be very helpful w/grooming cats. They also have muzzles for cats that covers their eyes, but I've noticed that most cats do not like it. They try to take it off & tend to wiggle more.
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[addicted]

Originally Posted by mimimomo

I loved it! I think Yvonne is wonderful...she actually got me the mobile groomer job. You can trade in equipment that doesn't work well...just ask them. I liked the fact that wagmytail was 5 wks long & totally hands on. How much more do you have to go?
I know a groomer that attended Hacienda...she liked it & has her own shop by my house.
I'm just working mobile until I gain some more experience, my goal is to open my own pet spa.

**hviola...the e-collar would be very helpful w/grooming cats. They also have muzzles for cats that covers their eyes, but I've noticed that most cats do not like it. They try to take it off & tend to wiggle more.
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Glad you enjoyed it. Yes, Yvonne is precious. She is really funny. I just finished my 1st week, so 4 more weeks to go! I, too, know a groomer that went to hacienda and now has her own shop in Arcadia. I plan on opening my own salon soon too. Goodluck with yours!

[mimimomo]

Duh me...it says on your 1st post that you've got 4 more wks to go! Aww, goodluck w/your's too! Take care & c-u around YT~

[tatertot15]

If you guys don't mind me asking, how much is the schooling your going through??

[kalina82]

Originally Posted by tatertot15

If you guys don't mind me asking, how much is the schooling your going through??

I went to Nash Academy. It as quite expensive. There is an online part you have to take before you go through the hands on experience. The online part teaches you all about dogs and grooming, going from the very general dog knowledge to advance grooming. i took the online courses while I was still at my old job. took 3 months. then quit to go to school and finish in 2 months.

[tatertot15]

What do you get at the end of schooling, is it just a certificate saying you completed it or do you actually get something more significant. I'm not sure how to word my question lol so bare with me

[kalina82]

Originally Posted by tatertot15

What do you get at the end of schooling, is it just a certificate saying you completed it or do you actually get something more significant. I'm not sure how to word my question lol so bare with me

I got a fabulous piece of paper! LOL

it says diploma on it from nash academy of animal arts blah blah blah. nothing impressive. you could hang it on the wall if you want. its like the hairstylists have on their walls to show that they are certified or went to school.

[tatertot15]

lol well I went to cosmetology school and I know you have to pass State Board testing and you get a license. I wasn't sure if you got a license at the end of it or what. I asked the school and they said from them i'll get a certificate of completion. So do you need a license just to groom?? And if you don't for just grooming do you need one to open your own shop??

[addicted]

Originally Posted by tatertot15

If you guys don't mind me asking, how much is the schooling your going through??

I'm paying around $2,794 for a 5 week course. Every school is different.

[bebeyorkie]

Originally Posted by addicted

I'm actually going to Wagmytail grooming school right now. How did you like it there? I really don't like the equipments we use. It does not work well. I have been on the waiting list for the Hacienda grooming school for over a year and still waiting, so I decided to go to Wagmytail.

Wow, mobile grooming? How is that business? Weight loss? Count me in!

Hi,
I'm interested in Hacienda grooming school. Looked them up online but wasn't able to register. How did you get on waiting list?

I was planning on going to Wag my tail grooming but can't afford it.

[addicted]

Originally Posted by bebeyorkie

Hi,
I'm interested in Hacienda grooming school. Looked them up online but wasn't able to register. How did you get on waiting list?

I was planning on going to Wag my tail grooming but can't afford it.

I called. They have moved to a new location and changed their number. The waiting list is for about a year. They recently sent me their registration form... well too late now lol. Let me see if you can take my place in line. New semester starts on Sept. 1. Are you interested? If so, pm your information such as full name, address, and phone number.

[bebeyorkie]

Originally Posted by addicted

I called. They have moved to a new location and changed their number. The waiting list is for about a year. They recently sent me their registration form... well too late now lol. Let me see if you can take my place in line. New semester starts on Sept. 1. Are you interested? If so, pm your information such as full name, address, and phone number.

Oh that would be great - thanks!!!

I pm'd you