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post #31 of 38
1/30/11 at 11:23am
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Originally Posted by bastetservant View Post
Recently, when one of my cats had to go in for teeth surgery, and the vet's would only do it on Friday, I was thinking that there needs to be people willing to take one's animals in to the vet when the owners are too busy with work to do it.
Pet taxi. It falls into a different category and one must thoroughly discuss this with their insurance agent. At least in the US, this requires some changes to that vehicle's policy to cover more. If you have a good vehicle for it (space for a large dog carrier, etc) it's an option.

I understand what the two of you are saying about dogs. But yes, you spend at least a couple hours with the owner and their pets getting to know them. If you feel the dog will be too difficult you tell the owner this, likely it won't come as a surprise to them.
... make sure to ask about possible food aggression and any dog to dog aggression. Both can be managed if you know how.
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post #32 of 38
1/30/11 at 11:39am
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This is the home study course that I found. This company is registered, recognised and also is in link with the jobcentre.

http://www.icslearn.co.uk/creative-i...e/pet-groomer/

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post #33 of 38
1/30/11 at 11:42am
Looks ok for some basic starter information, but would be something that would better be served with part of the course being class work.

As for "shampoo". Not all pet shampoos are equal or safe for all dogs and cats. Dog shampoos can kill cats (if containing essential oils) and there are plenty of dogs and cats with very sensitive skin. I wonder if that's covered at all even in regular groomer classes?
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post #34 of 38
1/30/11 at 11:47am
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Originally Posted by strange_wings View Post
Looks ok for some basic starter information, but would be something that would better be served with part of the course being class work.

As for "shampoo". Not all pet shampoos are equal or safe for all dogs and cats. Dog shampoos can kill cats (if containing essential oils) and there are plenty of dogs and cats with very sensitive skin. I wonder if that's covered at all even in regular groomer classes?
That's a very ood point and in readin up you need different shampoos, brushes e.t.c for different breeds, maybe if it was cheaper I would do this as a starter but its alot of money for not much help. x
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post #35 of 38
1/30/11 at 11:49am
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That's a very ood point and in readin up you need different shampoos, brushes e.t.c for different breeds, maybe if it was cheaper I would do this as a starter but its alot of money for not much help. x

I think the class work is a must aswell. x
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post #36 of 38
1/30/11 at 11:51am
Exactly. Talk to that groomer. You said she's down the road? - within walking distance?

If she's a decent person she'll talk to you about the business, difficulties/rewards, and getting started. Maybe even if you could start with her or another groomer to teach you.
Being a mobile groomer would be neat if you got your license and to driving, but fuel costs would always factor into the grooming fee so you might have to charge a little more than someone does with a shop/dedicated work area.
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post #37 of 38
1/30/11 at 11:53am
Ruthy put in ics reviews on google they are not favourable i came across them awhile ago. I would be wary of paying that amount of cash out to them.
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post #38 of 38
1/30/11 at 11:53am
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Originally Posted by strange_wings View Post
Exactly. Talk to that groomer. You said she's down the road? - within walking distance?

If she's a decent person she'll talk to you about the business, difficulties/rewards, and getting started. Maybe even if you could start with her or another groomer to teach you.
Being a mobile groomer would be neat if you got your license and to driving, but fuel costs would always factor into the grooming fee so you might have to charge a little more than someone does with a shop/dedicated work area.
She's just a 5 minute bus ride away, will get in contact with her, thankyou for your help.xx
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