Make Money as a Traveling Dog Groomer

"Sophie" by Kelleys-Creations. Become a traveling dog groomer.

If you love animals and want to become a dog groomer than becoming a traveling dog groomer may just be the answer for you. Or if you already are a dog groomer you may want to consider becoming a traveling dog groomer.

Many dogs’ hate going to the groomer’s business. The dogs find it frightening that their owners leave. By becoming a traveling dog groomer, pet owners will be thankful and happy that their beloved dog feels more secure being groomed at home.

Pet owners are busy as well. You will save the pet owner driving to and from your business. You may want to consider charging just a little extra for your time and gas money. Do not charge too high unless you are in a wealthy area that people live and money is no object.

You can make money as a traveling dog groomer by trimming dog nails, bathing and shampooing dogs, cutting dog’s fur, selling your shampoo’s, dog brushes, dog combs, etc., you use.

Tip: I spent a lot of money on different types of dog brushes and dog combs to no avail. Our dog which is half Bichon and half Poodle, has very tough and easily tangled long fur. Our dog groomer gave us one of her brushes which works wonders! You, as a groomer, will know which type of dog brush or dog comb will work best for each particular dog’s fur. Your clients will love you!

Since you have your own business keep track of mileage, gas money spent, products used, etc. for tax write-offs.

Once the dog is all groomed you may want to treat him or her with a delicious dog bone. You can add dog treats--including healthy homemade dog bones to your list of items for sale.

You may choose to keep your dog grooming business at a building and save two days as a traveling dog groomer. The choice is yours. You may enjoy traveling to pet owner’s homes as no two days will ever be the same!

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Survive the Economy--Walking Dogs

People love their pets. Dogs are a part of many families. Most people think of their dog as a true family member that they love unconditionally. People spend a fortune on their dogs especially with vet bills all of the way down to dog clothing.

One thing many families do is work and the children are off to school for the day. Who is there to entertain the dog? No one. The dog sits bored and waits for their owner(s) to come back home.

Here is where you come in. You can offer to walk neighborhood dogs for money. You can offer to walk a dog for $10.00 per thirty minutes. Just think if you walk three dogs in thirty minutes you have made $30.00. You will have to make sure the three dogs get along well before walking them together. If you have another three dogs to walk for thirty more minutes, you have now increased to $60.00 per day.

If a family has two dogs you may want to offer a deal of thirty minutes for $15.00 for two dogs. You may want to be flexible and walk dogs three times per week for people who cannot afford to pay you every day.

Make up a catchy business name. On your flier show how much family members love their dog and how happy (and healthy) they will be making their dog with a thirty minute walk per day.

Hand out fliers in your town or city paper boxes. (Do not put your fliers in mailboxes as that is a federal offense.) Hang fliers up in your town or city at all local businesses that allow you to. Advertise in your small local newspaper.

People are paying big bucks these days putting their dog in Doggy Daycare. You walking their dog for $10.00 per thirty minutes is a steal. People will feel good knowing their dog is getting a good walk in and some company for a part of their day while they wait for their master to come home. Since no one will be home, you will have to set up with the owner ahead of time to get a house key or have them hide the key for you.

You can enjoy being with man’s best friend, make money and get your daily exercise in. For more information please visit: http://www.preparednessmentor.com/.