If you run a dog grooming salon, you already know: finding experienced groomers willing to work for you can feel impossible. It’s one of the biggest challenges salon owners face today, and there’s a clear reason why.
Most skilled groomers don’t want to work for anyone else.
Here’s the simple truth: experienced groomers can make more money working for themselves.
When they rent space, go mobile, or start their own shop, they keep 100% of the price instead of splitting it 50/50 with a salon. That 50% commission cut doesn’t make sense for many groomers who have their own following.
Why give half away if you can keep it all?
This is why so many salons struggle to find, hire, and keep qualified groomers. The experienced ones go independent. The few looking for jobs have lots of options and can be picky about pay, hours, and benefits.
The Salon Dilemma: Staff Shortages = Lost Clients
It’s a frustrating cycle:
✅ Not enough trained staff
✅ Longer wait times
✅ Turned-away clients
✅ Stressed-out teams
You lose revenue, and your reputation suffers when you can’t take new dogs or maintain quality.
But here’s the good news: there is a solution.
The Only Real Solution: Train Your Own Groomer
If you want a loyal, long-term employee, you can’t wait around for a seasoned groomer to apply. You have to invest in someone yourself.
Here’s how smart salons do it.
✨ Identify someone reliable and motivated (could be a current bather, kennel worker, or totally new hire).
✨ Pay for their grooming education.
✨ Have them sign a 2-year agreement to work at your salon.
This way, you build the exact team you want, and they’re committed to you.
"But What About the Cost?"
That’s the best part. At Dog Grooming School of Pennsylvania, tuition is $6,967.25, and you can recover 100% of that cost through paycheck deductions (ex. $232.27 per week for 7 months).
✅ No net cost to your business
✅ No big upfront financial risk
✅ Fully trained, salon-ready employee
✅ Loyalty built in with the 2-year commitment
This is how you guarantee you’ll have staff. Instead of hoping an experienced groomer walks in the door, you create your own.
Why It Works
⭐ You get a loyal employee. They’re invested in you because you invested in them.
⭐ You train them your way. They learn the techniques and quality you want for your clients.
⭐ No more staff shortages. Stop turning away dogs and losing money.
Ready to Future-Proof Your Salon?
Don’t let the groomer shortage dictate your business. Take control.
We’re here to help you every step of the way. Learn more about enrolling your employee in our next class.
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