Professional Groomer

Pet Images Resort is hiring a Professional Groomer. This position is full time and requires previous job related grooming experience. Salary will depend on qualifications and experience.

• Bathe and dry pets: Groomers use specialized shampoos and equipment to clean and dry pets' coats.
• Trim and style fur: They cut and style fur according to the pet owner's preferences or breed standards.
• Nail care: Groomers clip or file nails to maintain their health and appearance.
• Ear cleaning: They clean pet ears to prevent infections.
• Brush and comb: Groomers brush and comb coats to remove loose hair and matting.
• Health inspection: They may inspect pets for signs of pests, skin conditions, or other health issues and report their findings to the owner.
• Client communication: Groomers discuss grooming needs and preferences with pet owners, ensuring they understand the services provided.
• Appointment scheduling: They schedule grooming appointments and maintain accurate records of pets and their grooming history.
• Maintain cleanliness: Groomers keep the grooming area and equipment clean and sanitised.

Required Skills and Qualities:

• Passion for animals: A genuine love for and ability to work comfortably with animals is essential.
• Patience and gentleness: Groomers need to be patient and gentle, especially with anxious or nervous pets.
• Dexterity: They need good hand-eye coordination for trimming and styling fur.
• Attention to detail: Grooming requires careful attention to detail to ensure pets are groomed properly.
• Communication skills: Groomers need to effectively communicate with pet owners and understand their needs.
• Physical stamina: Groomers may need to stand for long periods and lift animals.
• Knowledge of grooming techniques and tools: They need to be skilled in using various grooming tools and techniques.

Pet Images Resort is a very popular pet boarding, grooming, dog daycare and training facility located in Lake Elmo Minnesota.