Cost for Grooming?

I have a nice, big grooming table, that can hold 1 dog length ways, and 2 dogs width ways. My grandfather made it for me. Folding legs, fake grass on top (so it's nonslip).

But I never use it. :rolleyes2: The only time I use it is when I'm grooming for a show, which hasn't been for a couple of years. Oh, and I used it for my demonstration pictures of how I trim ears.

I really prefer to just get down on the ground with my dogs. Of course, that's probably going to change as time goes by!

If anyone has a "handyman" for a husband (or is handy themselves!), They can make a modified tv tray. My grandfather made a portable table (nice for dog shows when you only have one dog), with longer legs. Still folds. Nice and handy!
 
Re: Costs of dog grooming

RetiredProf said:
OK, so I'm thinking I'll treat Gussy Gus to his first pet grooming session at the place attached to my vet. I called today just to get some pricing and appointment info, and they said figure on $60--their average price without clipping.

Sheesh! I haven't had a dog groomed in 20 years (Angus, my late great Scottie), but I was a little surprised at this. Then I have to add a tip, right? Like 20%. So the darn session winds up costing close to $75! :uhoh:

I know we members are all over the map, but does this sound in the ball park? I'm in Delaware, not NYC! :eek2:
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In general, grooming can cost from $20 - $70 depending on how big your dog is. I have a toy poodle and it cost $40 for a clip, nails, ears, and wash. But some cities in the US are really expensive ... in Boston suburbs my friend pays something between $25 to $40 but Boston city is more expensive. New York cost my friend $85 for the same dog. :rolleyes2:
 
Smudge said:
I really do wish people in the dog industry (grooming, vet care, dog sitters, dog walkers, trainers, pet stores, boarding kennels, ect.) would realize that pets are often times a word of mouth business. :rolleyes2:

You can go to the official PetSmart page on Facebook. People are ALWAYS telling horror stories about how their dog was treated.

I do understand that some dogs can be a hassel to groom. I've got one of them. He thinks grooming is a fun game, and how dare ME for taking away his new chew toy (my expensive dog brush! :sadsmile:). Having a rowdy dog is never an excuse for a sheltie being shaved. Ever.
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Like Ruckusluvr, I also am a professional groomer and I would like to respond to this entry.
Yes Smudge, you are correct. The animal care industry is completely run word of mouth. Horrible things can and do happen. Animals get injured and sometimes (heaven forbid) die. We don't want these things to happen any more than you do.

Again yes, owners should be cautious when taking their pet to anyone whether it's a vet, groomer or boarding. Ask for a tour anytime and if they are reluctant,LEAVE. Follow your gut. You know if it's for you or not.

There are uninformed groomers out there. The grooming industry IS fighting for mandatory testing and licensing for all groomers. Please try not to condemn all of us because of these incredibly bad encounters (and they were BAD). I LOVE my job ,biting,scratching, liquid out of every orafice and all:biggrin2:
 
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