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Welcome to The Daily Groomer, your best friend when it comes to professional grooming - or 2nd best friend if we’re counting dogs 😂.
My name’s Alex 👋
Here’s what we’ve got today:
👀 The secret to your dog’s longevity
🤓 The 3 classes every groomer must take
💼 How to promote your new grooming business
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👀 The secret to your dog’s longevity

Social support is a major key to a long life for our dogs
A recent Dog Aging Project study with 21,410 dogs revealed that social connections are vital for your pet's well-being. Here's the scoop:
The Power of Social Support: Dogs living with other dogs tend to be healthier, thanks to the companionship factor.
Money Matters: Financial stability is crucial. Dogs in financially stable households fare better than those facing economic adversity.
Age Matters: Interestingly, the dog's age and the owner's age impact their health differently, with younger dogs more influenced by the owner's age.
In a nutshell, this study highlights the importance of social bonds and financial stability for your dog's longevity. So, next time you groom a dog that seems to be aging just a little too fast, make sure you recommend sociability to the owner. That’s the only way to keep their furry friend happy and healthy for years to come!
🤓 3 classes every groomer must take to become a smarter professional

Last week, we had the honor of sitting down with Mary Oquendo, an award winning groomer and educator. She left us with some advice that was too good not to share.
Here are the 3 classes she recommends for anyone looking to become a better groomer:
Class 1: Behavior and Handling - The most critical element to provide a safe and stress free grooming experience for our clients is understanding canine behavior. Chrissy Neumyer Smith has a phenomenal class that Mary recommends to everyone.
Class 2: Bathing Essentials - You need to be equipped with the foundational skills required to provide a clean and hygienic service. Teri DiMarino and Anji Coates, renowned professionals, offer two of the best classes in the industry.
Class 3: Skin and Coat Care - By mastering skin and coat care, you can elevate the aesthetic beauty of your clients while simultaneously promoting their overall health and wellbeing. Christein Pearson and Michelle Knowles offer classes here with different levels of intensity.
If you want to dive into the full article, click here to see all of Mary’s recommendations when it comes to continued education.
📰 This Week’s Top Cuts
📸 Before & After: This Week’s Featured Groom
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Congratulations Sandy Paws Dog Grooming for winning this week’s featured groom! 🥳
Make sure to join the Before & After Grooming group on Facebook for your chance to be featured next week!
That’s all folks! Until next time, let’s rock ‘n roll 🐶🤘