The Business Guide to Pet Grooming by Sam Kohl 3rd Edition

The Business Guide to Pet Grooming – 3rd Edition is a comprehensive resource designed for groomers who want to build, manage, and grow a successful grooming business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve an established operation, this book delivers practical guidance you can apply immediately.

Inside, you’ll find 336 full-color pages packed with real-world insights, supported by 177 photographs and 71 illustrations to help bring key concepts to life. From setting up your first shop to expanding into new services, this guide walks you through every stage of business development.

It goes beyond theory, offering ready-to-use forms, appointment templates, and operational checklists to help streamline your daily workflow. You’ll also gain valuable perspective on managing client relationships, handling pets professionally, and making smart business decisions.

• This edition covers a wide range of essential topics, including:
• Choosing and setting up a grooming location
• Financing, design, and shop layout
• Equipment selection and workspace planning
• Hiring, training, and managing staff
• Marketing, pricing, and customer retention
• Expanding into services like mobile grooming, daycare, and self-wash stations

Written by Sam Kohl, a respected leader in the grooming industry, this book reflects decades of hands-on experience. As an educator and innovator, he has helped shape the careers of thousands of grooming professionals worldwide.

If you're serious about running a profitable and well-organized grooming business, this guide is an essential addition to your toolkit.

Helps groomers build and grow a successful grooming business

Covers essential topics from startup to daily operations

Provides practical forms, templates, and business tools

Written by industry expert Sam Kohl with real-world experience

Serves as a long-term reference for improving efficiency and profitability

1)Start by reviewing foundational chapters on setting up and structuring your grooming business.

2)Apply the strategies and systems to your current or planned operations.

3)Use included forms and templates to organize workflows and daily tasks.

4)Refer back to specific sections as your business grows or new challenges arise.

5)Keep it as an ongoing resource for improving processes and decision-making.