Mobile Dog Grooming

Some people prefer desk jobs. Some people prefer manual labor. Some people prefer to be on the go all the time. If you are a person with these traits, and have a love for animals, then owning your own business as a mobile pet groomer might be right up your alley. You need a good sense of business, be willing to put the work in to become certified, manually groom the dogs yourself, and be willing to go on the spot locations. This type of job can be so much fun and incredibly rewarding if you are smart about it and work hard.

You might be asking yourself just what is a mobile pet groomer? Well it's easy. A mobile pet groomer is a certified pet groomer that has their own transportation and the capability of traveling to the job site and working out of their van or mode of transportation. Generally these vans or RVs have all the tools a groomer would need: a worktable, running water, storage for supplies, dryers, bathtubs, and all the cleaning and grooming supplies. You are responsible for meeting the client in a safe location to groom their pet. The benefit of being mobile is that you are more accessible to pet owners who are busy, don't have much time, or just appreciate the convenience. And let's be honest, who, in this day and age, has the time?

One of the main questions you may be asking yourself is "what's the income potential to being a business owner and pet groomer?" Well to be honest, the money you make is essentially up to you. You can charge as much or as little as you'd like. Keep in mind, though, if you charge higher than others in the area offering the same services, you might not get many calls when they can get the services cheaper from someone else. A smart businessman knows their market and adjusts prices and deals accordingly. Granted, if you are outfitted well and have a nice, upscale van, you can probably charge a small premium over what others in your market are charging since you appear to be more upscale. Just don't aim too high in case no one wants to book you as their groomer. Pricing competitively will keep you in the game and your clients will be more likely to recommend you to their friends and family. Word of mouth is very important for any company just starting out. You can easily grow your mobile pet grooming business substantially and create a comfortable life for yourself.