Ask your veterinarian, others that provide dog services, friends, family or even the National Dog Groomers Association of America (NDGAA) for a referral.
Questions to ask
Different groomers offer different services or specialize in certain breeds. You want to choose a groomer that’s right for both you and your dog. Here are the questions to ask:Grooming experience:
- How long have they been grooming dogs?
- What level of training do they have? Are they certified by an organization?
- Do they specialize in a particular breed or size of dog?
- Are there any restrictions?
Level of service offer:
- What’s the standard grooming fee for your dog’s breed and what’s included at that price?
- Do they clean your dog’s ears and pluck hair from the ear canal if it’s necessary for your dog’s breed?
- Do they check your dog’s anal glands and express them if needed?
- Do they offer different styles of cut for a particular breed?
- Do they offer special dog grooming “perks” such as natural soap products, painted toe nails, or bows? Do these cost extra?
Your dog's safety:
- Do they use a handheld dryer or a cage dryer? If a cage, is someone always present or, if not, how often do you check on the dogs?
- Do they sedate dogs for grooming?
- Where will your dog be kept when he’s not being groomed?
- What about bathroom breaks for your dog?
- What happens if there’s an emergency or your dog is injured?
- Do they keep complete records including medical, vaccination, and grooming histories?
General:
- Get an estimate of how long an appointment lasts
- Ask about the pick up policy, when you have to pick your dog up
- what, if any requirements the groomer has.
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