{"id":10993,"date":"2020-03-13T09:06:59","date_gmt":"2020-03-13T13:06:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/?p=10993"},"modified":"2020-03-13T09:06:59","modified_gmt":"2020-03-13T13:06:59","slug":"how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business","title":{"rendered":"How to Prevent These 5 Dog Health Hazards at Your Dog Grooming Business"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]Recently, we took a look at some of the most common occupational health hazards that a dog groomer faces on the job. Today, we\u2019re going to look at the other end of this spectrum: the common health hazards posed to the dogs themselves when getting groomed.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/11\/dog-grooming-business-salon-home-pet-grooming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">start a dog grooming business or join a salon<\/a>, this will be worth the read. By knowing the types of risks dogs face when in your care, you can help better ensure their overall safety.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;10997&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business\/#1_Clippers_burns_and_other_nicks\" >1. Clippers, burns, and other nicks<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business\/#How_to_prevent_this\" >How to prevent this:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business\/#2_Soap_in_the_eye\" >2. Soap in the eye<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business\/#How_to_prevent_this-2\" >How to prevent this:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business\/#3_Cutting_the_quick\" >3. Cutting the quick<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business\/#How_to_prevent_this-3\" >How to prevent this:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business\/#4_Swimmers_ear\" >4. Swimmer\u2019s ear<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business\/#How_to_prevent_this-4\" >How to prevent this:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business\/#5_Self-hanging\" >5. Self-hanging<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business\/#How_to_prevent_this-5\" >How to prevent this:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Clippers_burns_and_other_nicks\"><\/span>1. Clippers, burns, and other nicks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>This is applicable in all cases when using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2019\/12\/7-best-dog-grooming-equipment-for-first-time-dog-owners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">clippers<\/a>, but especially when the dog has really matted fur. If matted hair sits close to the skin, the chances of accidentally nicking Fluffy by getting too close with the clippers are higher.<\/p>\n<p>When a dog is clipped a little too close to his skin, it can lead to irritation and sensitivity. Certain areas on dogs, such as their hind quarters, are more sensitive than others. Should Cujo be get razor rash, nicked, or cut in these sensitive areas, he\u2019ll likely experience an uncomfortable itchiness afterwards.<\/p>\n<p>Even if the initial damage is small, a dog can unintentionally make it worse in the aftermath if he starts scratching or licking at it!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_prevent_this\"><\/span>How to prevent this:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Of course, you should never clip your client\u2019s pooch with haste or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/about\/#main\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">lack of training<\/a>. Take the proper time, care, and execute your tools with precision. Know your different blades. Understand where and when to use each one.<\/p>\n<p>If the dog has mats that are closer to the skin, use a comb and try to gently draw them further away before you do any clipping. If this proves impossible, it may be worth it to shave the dog altogether.<\/p>\n<p>Having an emergency First Aid kit on-hand is recommended, should a more serious injury accidentally occur. At the very least, you should have the following items at your disposal:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Peroxide<\/li>\n<li>Gauze<\/li>\n<li>Antibiotic cream<\/li>\n<li>Lidocaine spray<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Importantly, ensure that you inform your client of any and all injuries when they arrive to pick up their pup. Don\u2019t try and hide it from them. If the injury were ever to get worse or become infected and the client wasn\u2019t made aware of the situation, you could have a lawsuit on your hands![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;10998&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Soap_in_the_eye\"><\/span>2. Soap in the eye<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Soap in a dog\u2019s eyes can lead to disaster! Breeds with bulging eyes \u2013 such as Pugs and Pekingese \u2013 are especially susceptible to this risk. When soap gets into a dog\u2019s eyes, some of the consequences can include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Corneal abrasions<\/li>\n<li>Ulcerations<\/li>\n<li>Burns<\/li>\n<li>And more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>On top of this, when a dog\u2019s eyes get irritated, he may be inclined to try and scratch at it, in an effort to relieve the itch. Unfortunately, this can often make things worse and lead to infection (both bacterial and fungal).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_prevent_this-2\"><\/span>How to prevent this:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For starters, ALWAYS make sure that all products you use, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2019\/11\/additional-dog-grooming-school-costs-dog-grooming-equipment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">shampoo<\/a>, are specifically made for dogs. Be extra careful when using any product on a dog\u2019s face \u2013 and especially around his eyes! If anything gets into his eyes, immediately rinse the area with eyewash for approximately 10 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure to tell the owner right away. Should the situation warrant a trip to the vet, eye drops may need to be prescribed. So again, it\u2019s important that your client know what happened.<\/p>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Cutting_the_quick\"><\/span>3. Cutting the quick<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The quick of a dog\u2019s nail is the core of the nail bed. It\u2019s also a blood vessel and contains nerves. Cutting it will not only make a bloody mess, it\u2019ll be <em>very <\/em>painful for the dog. In worst-case scenarios, it can lead to infection. No one with a heart wants any of this \u2013 much less a professional groomer![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;10999&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_prevent_this-3\"><\/span>How to prevent this:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>First, stay calm. Your client\u2019s dog is probably now a bit panicked as it is; they don\u2019t also need to feel <em>your <\/em>anxious energy, too. That\u2019s only going to make things worse. Even if you\u2019re freaking out on the inside, try to remember to take a breath and maintain your composure. You can fix this!<\/p>\n<p>The quickest way to stop the bleeding is to use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/01\/9-items-need-pet-first-aid-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">styptic powder<\/a>. As a professional dog groomer, this is a product you absolutely NEED! It\u2019s an antihemorrhagic agent that contracts the blood vessel and helps the blood to clot.<\/p>\n<p>In the event that you accidentally cut the dog\u2019s quick, styptic powder will staunch the blood flow. It\u2019ll also help reduce the likelihood of infection <em>and <\/em>provide some immediate pain relief for the pooch. You can find more thorough instructions for applying styptic powder to a dog\u2019s nails <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puppyleaks.com\/dogs-nail-from-bleeding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>As with the previous risks noted already, we can\u2019t stress enough how important it is to notify your client of this injury. It doesn\u2019t matter how minor it may be, they still need to know!<\/p>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Swimmers_ear\"><\/span>4. Swimmer\u2019s ear<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Certain dog breeds have floppy ears. Beagles, Poodles, English Cocker Spaniels, Bloodhounds, Coonhounds, and Basset hounds are just some examples. Dogs with floppy ears are more prone to ear infections.<\/p>\n<p>These ear infections are similar to the \u2018swimmer\u2019s ear\u2019 (medically known as Otitis Externa) that people can get. The symptoms are most commonly:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pain (which can be anywhere from mild to severe)<\/li>\n<li>Difficulty hearing properly<\/li>\n<li>Itchiness and overall irritability<\/li>\n<li>Pus or fluid leaking from the ear canal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever had an ear infection, you know how debilitating it can be. Imagine how that would feel to a dog!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_prevent_this-4\"><\/span>How to prevent this:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Especially when dealing with floppy-eared dogs, it\u2019s important that you don\u2019t get water in the ears when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2016\/11\/calm-dog-bath\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bathing them<\/a>. As a precaution, you can place large cotton balls in Buddy\u2019s ears before his bath. Just make sure they\u2019re not too small, and <em>definitely <\/em>don\u2019t shove them deeply into the ear canal. Once the bathing process is over, remove them immediately.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;11000&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]It also wouldn\u2019t hurt to give the dog\u2019s ears a once-over after his bath, too. This way, you can make sure they\u2019re completely dry. If any water happened to get into his ears, you\u2019ll be able to deal with it right away.<\/p>\n<p>For clients with floppy-eared canines, it would be worth it to educate them on the common signs and symptoms of doggy swimmer\u2019s ear. That way, they can be on the look out after every groom \u2013 just to be safe! Some dead giveaways that a dog may have ear irritability are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Excessively scratching\/pawing at his ears<\/li>\n<li>Redness in the ear canal<\/li>\n<li>Pain when his ears are touched<\/li>\n<li>Shaking his head a lot<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Self-hanging\"><\/span>5. Self-hanging<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Arguably, the biggest risk to a dog\u2019s health at the groomers is accidentally injuring themselves on the grooming loop. Sometimes, extreme accidents can happen \u2013 some of which can be severely dangerous or even fatal. Occasionally, you\u2019ll encounter dogs that either have lots of energy or are resistant to you.<\/p>\n<p>Whatever his reasons may be, it can result in him trying to jump off the table. Doing so while his head is still in the collar can result in self-hanging, if not intervened in time.<\/p>\n<p>We know, none of us want to think of this scenario. But as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/01\/youve-decided-get-dog-grooming-certification-online-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">professional groomer<\/a>, you need to be fully aware that although infrequent, it IS a possibility.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_prevent_this-5\"><\/span>How to prevent this:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Always keep an eye on your client\u2019s dog and always stay within arm\u2019s reach of the dog. Never ever leave a dog unattended while tethered on a grooming table, even for a second.<\/p>\n<p>If the dog is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/05\/how-to-deal-with-difficult-dogs-and-difficult-owners-pt-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">highly stressed<\/a> and shows signs of trying to get off the grooming table, focus first on easing his anxiety and calming him down. Often, just putting a soothing hand on the dog\u2019s body can reduce his panic. If need be, you may require a second groomer to help with the job.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;11001&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]If you\u2019re a freelance groomer without a team, recognize when a job may be too much for one person to handle. While we understand that you likely don\u2019t want to turn down work, it may be in the best interest of both the dog and your business.<\/p>\n<p>The last thing you want to do is bite off more than you can chew (<em>excuse the pun<\/em>), attempt a job that absolutely can\u2019t be done alone, and then potentially injure your client\u2019s pup.<\/p>\n<p>Not only would the dog\u2019s safety be in jeopardy, but your reputation could be, too. While you can learn how to take on many jobs, you also need to know your limits. Know when to refuse service.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Remember: even if your client is unhappy with your decision, they\u2019d be <em>devastated <\/em>if something bad happened to their dog. \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, the greatest way to know how to properly handle and groom dogs is by taking actual <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/learning-online\/class-vs-online-dog-grooming-schools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dog grooming <em>classes<\/em><\/a> and learning from trained experts. 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