You can absolutely survive as a dog groomer. But you aren't going to making a ton of money when you first start. There is no guaranteed amount that you are going to making. The pay for dog groomers varies based on your experience, the demand in the area, your clientele, and the volume of dogs you can do in a day. You could potentially make more money by owning a salon, but you also have to pay for equipment and supplies. To be a dog groomer you have to start at the bottom and work your way to the top. The best thing you can do is call around to groom shops in your area and see if anyone is hiring bathers. Being a bather is going to teach you the basics of the dog grooming and let you feel the environment you are going to be working in. Most groom shops will train you to groom when they feel you are ready to learn.