The Daily Groomer

After Hours Episode #37: Shannon catches you up on everything you missed from Petquest, the weekly gossip, and more!

Summary In our recent episode of The Daily Groomer, I spoke with Jean Marie Arellano, a former improv comedian turned successful mobile grooming business owner with seven vans in southern California. Jean shared her innovative approach to grooming, using eco-friendly vans powered by solar energy and lithium batteries, setting new industry standards. She emphasized fair pricing, recurring revenue m...

Summary In our recent episode of The Daily Groomer, I spoke with Kimmie Calderon, a pioneer in mobile grooming. She shares her journey from physical therapy to rolling out a thriving grooming empire. We'll tackle the ins and outs of brand promotion, the tricky business of discounts, hiring top-notch groomers, and utilizing the right software for seamless operations. Plus, Kimmie reveals her ap...

🎉 BIRTHDAY FEEL GOOD EPISODE 🕺

Summary In our recent episode of The Daily Groomer, I spoke with Ashlee Jewkes, an expert in grooming aggressive dogs. With over a decade of experience, Ashlee has developed a keen understanding of canine behavior. She emphasized the importance of trust and respect, advocating for one-on-one sessions to ensure safety and personalized care. Ashlee shared that with empathy and patience, about 80% of...

After Hours Episode #35: Shannon and Laura Jayne sit down to talk EVERYTHING. And I mean everything... this is a LONG one 😂

Summary In our recent episode of The Daily Groomer, I spoke with Chris and Emily Elias, founders of a luxury mobile grooming service. With over 15 years of experience, they shared insights into pricing strategies in the pet grooming industry. Chris emphasized adjusting prices based on supply and demand, while Emily highlighted the importance of empathy alongside profitability. They discussed their...

After Hours Episode 34: It's summer so you know what that means?? Gemini season!! Shannon talks about how to prepare for a summer of grooming, taking vacations, summer policies and even bartering. Get more grooming content online at thedailygroomer.com

Summary In our latest episode of The Daily Groomer, I had the privilege of speaking with Arielle Scavnicky, founder of the Cleveland Grooming Academy. With 14 years of grooming experience and double certification as a Master Groomer, Arielle shared insights on the importance of proper education and hands-on learning in the grooming industry. She emphasized the need for comprehensive programs, like...

After Hours Episode #33: Jane Gallagher is BACK! Shannon and Jane talk all about breed standards, burnout, once a years, and the dawn groomers!

Summary In this episode of The Daily Groomer, I sit down with the dynamic duo, Monica and Shannon Delafuente, owners of a successful mobile and salon grooming business in Chicago. We discuss their journey from corporate grooming to launching their own business, how they manage growing demand, and the importance of education, top-quality tools, and employee satisfaction. Key topics include strategi...

After Hours Episode #32: Claudia Castellanos sits down with Shannon to talk mobile grooming! We talk about opening a mobile salon, DIY, & building up mobile experience.

Summary In this enlightening episode of The Daily Groomer, join me, Alex Martin, as I dive into the bustling world of salon ownership with the dynamic duo, Doug and Lisa Meyers. We'll explore the intricacies of customer rebooking tactics, the fairness of employee commission structures, and the nuts and bolts of transforming a grooming salon into a thriving business. Grab your notepads, fellow...

After Hours Episode #31: Amy Paddock joins Shannon all the way from Newfoundland, Canada to talk all things handling, energy, and learning!

Summary On today's episode of The Daily Groomer, we're joined by Michael Hill, founder of Well Groomed Pets, who shares invaluable insights on managing costs, the benefits of hourly wages, and the responsibility of groomers in pet wellness. We delve into leveraging technology for business efficiency, and Michael introduces his 50-point canine wellness check system that's revolutionizin...

After Hours Episode #30: Coming at you LIVE from Virginia with Josh Davis to recap the week in mobile grooming!

Summary In this eye-opening episode of The Daily Groomer, I chat with the legendary John Hewitt about the transformative power of exceptional customer service in the pet industry. We delve into John's innovative strategies for ensuring customer satisfaction, his journey with Zoom and Groom, and his insights on pricing models that foster loyalty and success. Plus, John offers a generous giveawa...

After Hours Episode #29: Shannon gives a recap of the weekly grooming gossip!

Summary: Welcome to The Daily Groomer! I'm your host, Alex Martin, and today we're diving into the meticulous world of cat grooming with the founders of Happy Cat, Chris Raimo and Hillary Lanning. We unravel the delicate art and necessity of feline grooming, debunk myths, and explore how Happy Cat Hotel caters to our whiskered friends' well-being. Timestamps: 00:00 Demand for extended...

After Hours Episode #28: Shannon and Vanessa talk all things life, love, creating grooming, and the pursuit of happiness!

Summary Welcome to The Daily Groomer! I'm your host, Alex Martin, and today I'm joined by Rian Thiele, co-founder of Pet Evolution. We dive into the dynamic world of pet grooming, discussing how self-serve dog washes shape the grooming industry and opening up about the holistic approach to pet care. Join us as we explore the importance of early health detection, the success behind Pet Evol...

After Hours Episode #27: Alyssa and Shannon dive into the world of creative grooming!

Summary Hey, fellow groomers and pet enthusiasts! I'm Alex Martin, your host for The Daily Groomer, and in today's episode, the inspiring Miki Gayle joins us. Miki's journey from taking over a rundown boarding facility to creating the flourishing Alpha Pet Resort is a must-hear. We'll dive into how aesthetics, relationships, and smart additions like grooming and training services c...

Summary Hey, Alex Martin here! On today's episode of The Daily Groomer, we're diving into the savvy business insights of Jackie Kilgore, founder of Paw City Pet Care. Jackie shares her journey from pet sitting to launching three grooming salons with a unique, stress-free approach. We'll uncover how bath dogs boost profitability, the smart overlap of grooming and pet sitting services, a...

After Hours Episode #26: Jess and Shannon get DEEP! Talking all things marketing, authenticity, and mobile grooming.