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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Dog Groomer to join our pet care team. As a Dog Groomer, you will be responsible for providing grooming services to dogs of various breeds, sizes, and temperaments. Your duties will include bathing, brushing, trimming, and styling dogs’ coats, as well as cleaning ears, clipping nails, and checking for signs of skin conditions or other health issues. You will work closely with pet owners to understand their preferences and ensure their pets receive the highest level of care and attention.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience in dog grooming, a strong understanding of canine behavior, and a genuine love for animals. You should be patient, detail-oriented, and capable of handling dogs in a calm and professional manner. Excellent communication skills are essential, as you will be interacting with pet owners and providing advice on grooming maintenance and pet hygiene.
In this role, you will also be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe grooming environment, sanitizing tools and equipment, and adhering to all safety and animal welfare regulations. You may be required to manage appointments, maintain grooming records, and assist with retail sales of pet grooming products.
This is a physically demanding job that requires standing for long periods, lifting dogs of various sizes, and working with potentially anxious or uncooperative animals. Flexibility in scheduling, including weekends and holidays, may be required.
If you are passionate about animal care and have the skills to provide high-quality grooming services, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our team.
Responsibilities
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- Trim and style dog coats according to breed standards or owner preferences
- Clip nails, clean ears, and check for skin conditions or parasites
- Maintain a clean and safe grooming area
- Sanitize grooming tools and equipment after each use
- Communicate with pet owners about grooming needs and preferences
- Handle dogs with care and professionalism, especially nervous or aggressive pets
- Keep accurate grooming records and appointment schedules
- Assist with retail sales of grooming products and pet supplies
- Follow all safety and animal welfare guidelines
Requirements
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- Knowledge of different dog breeds and grooming techniques
- Ability to handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments
- Strong attention to detail and grooming precision
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy dogs
- Patience and compassion for animals
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed
- Familiarity with grooming tools and equipment
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How many years of experience do you have in dog grooming?
- Are you comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments?
- Have you completed any formal grooming training or certification?
- Can you work weekends and holidays if required?
- How do you handle nervous or aggressive dogs during grooming?
- What grooming tools and techniques are you most familiar with?
- How do you ensure the safety and comfort of the dogs you groom?
- Are you comfortable communicating with pet owners about grooming needs?
- Do you have experience maintaining grooming records and schedules?
- What breeds are you most experienced in grooming?
