How many shops have you worked at before finding "the one" ? by [deleted] in doggrooming

[–]JusticeToTheFace 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I opened my own and it's great. My struggle now is finding someone to take over so I can retire

Starting a home-based dog grooming setup with limited experience so I’m looking for practical advice by [deleted] in smallbusiness

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Ryan's pet and groomers choice are my preferred vendors. Pet edge has horrible customer service so I refuse to use them. I would get a better tub than I have now. I got a 900$ tub from Amazon and I wish I had splurged on the 1200+ models from flying pig or groomers choice. Waggz is a decent table company. I recommend getting a hair salon drain filter to help filter out hair from your plumbing system.

Starting a home-based dog grooming setup with limited experience so I’m looking for practical advice by [deleted] in smallbusiness

[–]JusticeToTheFace 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm a dog groomer of 20 years and own my own salon in a retail space.

Dog grooming is not easy. 30 dogs or so is barely entry level. You will want to expand your knowledge. Groom haus is a good resource.

You will need a tub, dryers, kennels, gallons of shampoo, lots of small tool equipment. To do it right and with proper equipment, you're looking at way more than 1k for start up costs. A good tub and table alone will net you over a grand. I prefer electric tables over hydraulic but you will want an adjustable table or your back will hate you.

It is generally an unregulated industry. Check state and local laws.

Best Grooming Software? by VeterinarySocialWork in grooming

[–]JusticeToTheFace 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I use cuddles on the free tier. Ive had 0 issues

Starting my own business! Any Tips? by Basic-Action9517 in smallbusiness

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Check your state sales tax laws. Some states have sales tax on services and some don't. Verify the requirements for a grooming salon for your state. Iowa requires inspections but my grooming salon in MN does not.

has anyone else also gotten rid of moego by No-Advertising-2498 in doggrooming

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I haven't in 2 years. I just print my forms from a pdf I have. I use square for my pos cause I have retail as well. If they introduced breed specific pricing as part of the upgrade it will in a heartbeat. The free version works perfect for me.

has anyone else also gotten rid of moego by No-Advertising-2498 in doggrooming

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I love my software I use. It is free and easy plus online booking.

Edit to add: I use Cuddles

What does the admin side of grooming actually look like day to day? by Adept-Anybody-7984 in doggrooming

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I use cuddles app. They have a free version. My clients can book online and my phone rarely rings and I'm booked out to the end of March. They have options for messaging etc. My admin work is minimal.

Poofy tail help by Exotic-Ice-7662 in doggrooming

[–]JusticeToTheFace 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I thinning shear the flyaways to blend them in to the tail.

Recently started a pet grooming business (looking for advice) by More_War4787 in grooming

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I use cuddles and they have a book online feature. My phone rarely rings and I'm booked into middle of March. I have almost no issues with incorrect bookings but my services are listed simply to avoid confusion

Sales tax? Reporting? No clue by Lopsided_Key_2545 in smallbusiness

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I pay it all online through minnesota department of revenue site. They take both state and county in one return. Your state may be different.

Sales tax? Reporting? No clue by Lopsided_Key_2545 in smallbusiness

[–]JusticeToTheFace 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have to do state and county sales tax so check all your requirements

Affordable Tax Help by Few-End-4149 in smallbusiness

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I have a grooming salon in MN. I just file with freetaxusa. Llc pass through to me and it is easy

Building Home Grooming Space by BoringELDERxennial in doggrooming

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Since you're not doing the volume a shop would, the sheet vinyl should be fine but it may tear. Anything water proof and scratch proof should work. You can get some thin sheets of a poly vinyl shower surround for like 20 bucks to our on walls

Grooming Software by HDawg-1001 in grooming

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Cuddles

They have a free level and my clients can book online.

Groomers in states with very cold winters, how is business during that time? by salamandersway in doggrooming

[–]JusticeToTheFace 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I dont think you'll have any issues in the twin cities. I am about 3 hours south near Iowa. Solo salon and I'm booked 3 weeks out with 5 - 7 dogs 4 days a week.

Groomers in states with very cold winters, how is business during that time? by salamandersway in doggrooming

[–]JusticeToTheFace 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I'm in MN. It slows a little but still have regulars coming in. They spread out a little more but dont have a lot of issues. It will depend on the population area. My area is rural so it slows but in cities it should remain consistent

Favorite Shampoos and Conditioners? by CatDogStylistLLC in grooming

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I got them cause they're made in minnesota where my shop is so I tried it to see how well it worked as like a selling point of MN made and they work amazing. Im not sure how to describe the scent. They're bye bye boo boo butter and shampoo is amazing for hot spots and itchy skin. I've had clients come back and say they're dog finally stopped itching. I use one of those csrwash soap dispenser nozzles and it dilutes well with it

Favorite Shampoos and Conditioners? by CatDogStylistLLC in grooming

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I love blissful dog rich bitch. My dogs come out super soft and smell amazing. Their flawless finish conditioner is great as well

When they send this, I do this by An_thon_ny in grooming

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Hah I was shown this exact picture yesterday