Career as a Pet Groomer



Pet Groomers generally work with veterinary doctors. They also work in a variety of different places catering to animals, such as animal salons, dog shows, etc. They groom pets and professionally trained cats and dogs for various animal shows. The demand for the pet groomers is high, as people have started becoming concerned about their pet’s grooming and hygiene.

Pet grooming is a very interesting and rewarding career option for those who have affection for animals. People who specialise in grooming or maintaining pets are called pet groomers. It is not an easy task, the field is growing with every coming day and so is the competition. Pet groomers beautify animals. In other words, a pet groomer is an individual who works with animals and helps in improving their hygiene and appearance. Becoming a pet groomer allows you to work with animals, and provide valuable service to them.

Pet lovers can be good pet groomers. A pet groomer is like a veterinarian, they are the first ones to identify the ailments or problems of the animals. A pet groomer plays a key role in maintaining the health of the animals.

Eligibility
It is not necessary to obtain a formal degree and it is not very common to find a course for pet grooming. Although there are a few training programs available online, most of the individuals have gained their skill set through on-job training.

Course
Ø  Certificate course in pet grooming

Some Institutes
Ø  Fuzzy Wuzzy Pet Styling Studio and Spa, Bangalore
Ø  Scoopy Scrub, New Delhi
Ø  RedPet Paws Pet Spa and Shop, New Delhi
Ø  TailWaggers in Mumbai

Cost of the Course
₹ 20,000 – ₹ 40,000         

Career Prospects
Pet Grooming Services are gaining popularity the world over. Though still in its early stages, the concept is slowly gaining popularity in India as well. Pet owners often treat their cats, dogs and other pet animals as their family members and want them to have the best care and grooming possible. This creates a demand for professional pet groomers.
With a general rise in the living standard of the people, pet owners are now willing to splurge hefty amounts on their pets, including getting designer clothes for them and taking them for monthly spa or resorts. According to a study done by the global research firm, Euromonitor International, ₹ 450 crores along with an annual rise of 10-15% is the total turnover of the pet industry globally. The pet industry globally is bounding ahead with a great speed. The pet market is progressively growing and is expected to grow twice the rate of industry as a whole thus making pet grooming a very viable career option.

Employment Sector
Ø  Shops
Ø  Kennels
Ø  Pet Stores
Ø  Veterinary Clinics
Ø  Animal Hospitals
Ø  Shelters
Ø  Up-scale hotels and resorts
Ø  Animal Rescue Centres
Ø  Zoos
Ø  Wildlife Parks

Income
A fresher in the field is expected to get a minimum salary of ₹ 10,000 - ₹ 25,000 per month

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