{"id":9158,"date":"2019-03-08T08:00:52","date_gmt":"2019-03-08T13:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/?p=9158"},"modified":"2019-03-08T08:00:52","modified_gmt":"2019-03-08T13:00:52","slug":"approaching-pet-owners-to-find-dogs-for-your-online-dog-grooming-courses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/approaching-pet-owners-to-find-dogs-for-your-online-dog-grooming-courses","title":{"rendered":"How to Ask Pet Owners to Groom Their Dogs for Practice"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]Everybody has to start somewhere. The certified dog groomers in your town have all done rigorous training in order to get to where they are now. And you need to put in the same amount of work into your dog grooming course too. This means practicing your grooms over and over again until you\u2019ve mastered your skills\u2026 and then some more!<\/p>\n<p>If your lifelong passion has been dogs, you\u2019re likely devoted to ensuring a dog is always safe in your hands. We know you\u2019ll be extra careful, but the trouble lies in convincing pet owners of the same\u2014it\u2019s harder than it sounds!<\/p>\n<p>But don\u2019t worry. We\u2019re going go over how to sweep pet owners off their feet and land you an arsenal of dogs to practice your dog grooming skills![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;9165&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#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-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/approaching-pet-owners-to-find-dogs-for-your-online-dog-grooming-courses\/#Be_kind_in_your_approach\" >Be kind in your approach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/approaching-pet-owners-to-find-dogs-for-your-online-dog-grooming-courses\/#Talk_about_your_dog_grooming_course_certification\" >Talk about your dog grooming course certification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/approaching-pet-owners-to-find-dogs-for-your-online-dog-grooming-courses\/#Be_transparent_with_the_details_of_your_groom\" >Be transparent with the details of your groom<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/approaching-pet-owners-to-find-dogs-for-your-online-dog-grooming-courses\/#Learn_how_to_take_%E2%80%9Cno%E2%80%9D_for_an_answer\" >Learn how to take \u201cno\u201d for an answer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/approaching-pet-owners-to-find-dogs-for-your-online-dog-grooming-courses\/#Where_you_can_find_pet_owners\" >Where you can find pet owners<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/approaching-pet-owners-to-find-dogs-for-your-online-dog-grooming-courses\/#Be_proactive_with_your_approach\" >Be proactive with your approach<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_kind_in_your_approach\"><\/span>Be kind in your approach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Understand that it\u2019s normal for dog owners to be nervous. They\u2019ve probably never worked with practicing groomers before. It\u2019s up to you to assure them that you\u2019re not to be underestimated. Just because you\u2019re in the process of learning doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t handle a head-to-tail groom! Be confident in your skills, but most importantly, be kind to owners and their pups!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Talk_about_your_dog_grooming_course_certification\"><\/span>Talk about your dog grooming course certification<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let them know that you\u2019re trying to become a certified dog groomer! Your serious approach to your education will signal to owners that you have the professional knowledge to guide your grooms.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t be afraid to discuss some of the curriculum so owners know what you\u2019re learning and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/03\/youre-tested-online-dog-grooming-school\/\">how you\u2019re tested<\/a>. If you\u2019re taking QC\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/online-courses\/dog-grooming\/\">Dog Grooming Course<\/a>, you can also mention that the course does not allow you to proceed to practical assignments until after completing the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/online-courses\/first-aid-for-groomers\/\">First Aid for Groomers course<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Many dog owners will be happy to help out a student who is taking formal training. They\u2019ll be assured that you\u2019re abiding by safety practices and proven grooming techniques.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;9163&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_transparent_with_the_details_of_your_groom\"><\/span>Be transparent with the details of your groom<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t just whisk away their beloved pets without giving them any details. Most pet owners don\u2019t like to be surprised at the end of a groom!<\/p>\n<p>Basically, give them the 5Ws: who, what, when, where, why\u2026 and also discuss <em>how <\/em>you\u2019re going about the groom. Show them that you\u2019re knowledgeable about safe grooming practices. As a dog grooming student from a credible dog grooming school, you should discuss every aspect of the groom with them beforehand. They also must sign a waiver, so take the time to answer any questions they may have about the grooming process.<\/p>\n<p>And don\u2019t forget to remind them that the groom will be free, since it\u2019s part of your on-going training!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_how_to_take_%E2%80%9Cno%E2%80%9D_for_an_answer\"><\/span>Learn how to take \u201cno\u201d for an answer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In many cases, you\u2019ll have pet owners who would love to take advantage of a free groom. However, you\u2019ll also run into your fair share of owners who don\u2019t wish to have their pet practiced on\u2014and that\u2019s fine!<\/p>\n<p>Not everyone will be comfortable with the groom. And sometimes the reason is that their pups may be new or anxious about grooms in general. If that\u2019s the case, trust the owner\u2019s judgment. The last thing you want is for someone or the dog to get hurt.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;9166&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]It may feel discouraging if the dog owners who say no are the ones most easily assessable to you\u2014 such as your family and friends. But not all hope is lost! Even if they say no, you can still complete your dog grooming course.<\/p>\n<p>So, who can you ask?<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_you_can_find_pet_owners\"><\/span>Where you can find pet owners<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Asking your friends and family for help is definitely a good choice, but they may only expose you to a few breeds of dogs. If you\u2019re taking a well-rounded pet grooming course, you\u2019ll need to gain experience grooming a large variety of dogs.<\/p>\n<p>To do this, you will need to cast a wider net in order to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/07\/finding-dogs-online-grooming-assignments\/\">find dogs for every assignment of your course<\/a>. You can ask colleagues from your current job who wish to help you with your professional journey. Or, you can ask for referrals and have people spread the word that you\u2019re practicing your grooming skills.<\/p>\n<p>Another option is for you to go to a dog park and hand out flyers and speak to owners one-on-one. You can also volunteer your skills at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/03\/industries-didnt-know-need-dog-groomers\/\">an animal shelter<\/a>. Grooming rescue dogs is highly rewarding and shelters are often in short supply of groomers willing to donate their time! Plus, you\u2019ll know that you\u2019re helping dogs find permanent homes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_proactive_with_your_approach\"><\/span>Be proactive with your approach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For your grooming course, you\u2019ll need to work with a wide variety of dog breeds and temperaments. If you shelter yourself during your education, you won\u2019t be prepared for the types of doggy clients you\u2019ll face in the real world![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;9048&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]You need to take the reigns \u2013 it\u2019s your career after all! If dogs aren\u2019t readily available, take action and approach potential candidates. You\u2019ll benefit from networking practice and be able to keep practicing your skills without long durations between grooms. But make sure you\u2019re not too aggressive! Follow the tips in this article and you will be well on your way to building great relationships with future potential clients!<\/p>\n<p>Do you have any tips about approaching nervous owners? Let us know![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Just how much can you make as a professional dog groomer? Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/08\/dog-groomers-salary-much-will-make\/\">salary outlook<\/a>!<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ready to start practicing your grooms? 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