Using Ultrasonic Cleaners
by Jeff Andrews, Northern Tails Sharpening Ultrasonic Cleaners (UC) have been used in the grooming industry for years. I used to mix chemicals in beakers when I was an R&D…
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Grooming: The Ultimate Dog Experience
by Jun Yun Sun, Furrific Spaw Being a dog-lover has never been a choice for me, and I don’t remember a time not feeling joy, excitement, and love whenever I…
Writing a Self-Service Pet Wash Business Plan
The 1990’s birthed a new concept for pet care, the self-service pet wash for D.I.Y. pet owners. Now two decades later it is still a good idea. Where did this…
Writing a Home-Based Grooming Business Plan
Many people have a strong desire to operate a business in their home. They eliminate regular work commutes and can set their hours. Some groomers prefer to be closer to…
Lost History of the Canine Race
By Mary Elizabeth Thurston anthropology/museology Excerpt from Chapter 9, “Eye of the Beholder” Book: The Lost History of the Canine Race Hardcover publisher Andrews and McMeel, 1996 Trade paperback publisher…
Don’t Forget! Grease the Cutter Notch
by Jeff Andrews, Northern Tails Sharpening I received a customer’s Bravura and several blades. She said the clipper was burning and vibrating during her last groom. Upon inspection I found…
Blow Away Your Troubles
The Science Behind HV Drying: De-shedding, De-matting & De-Tangling by Dave Campanella, Best Shot Pet Products www.bestshotpet.com By now you have come to realize shedding and matting are the top reasons…
The Next Generation of Grooming Students
by Grooming Business in a Box® www.groomingbusinessinabox.com Before the Eighties educational opportunities for career seekers, groomers and business owners were relatively limited. Pioneers such as reputable schools, organizations and some…
Preventing Cord Problems on Clippers with Voltage Converters
by Jeff Andrews, Northern Tails Sharpening Some clippers have voltage converters at the end their cords. Voltage is converted from 120 volts AC to DC current. DC motors have more…
Double-Coated Breeds
by Jodi Murphy, Master Pet Stylist, www.jodimurphy.net Article excerpted from Dog Grooming Simplified—Straight to the Point, a new grooming instruction book by Jodi Murphy with over 400 beautiful color photos…