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Shampoodles Grooming Salon

Professional Dog Groomer

Pay: $25–$40/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Bethel, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.

$34,607 / year median in Connecticut

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Professional Dog Groomer Shampoodles Grooming Salon - 5.0 Bethel, CT Job Details Full-time $25 - $40 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Companion animal handling Heavy lifting Customer service Dog handling Ability to follow instructions Cleaning Full Job Description Job Summary Shampoodles is a small family owned business that is looking for a skilled and caring Dog Groomer to join our calm, one-on-one grooming salon. If you love working with dogs in a low-stress environment and value quality over quantity, this may be the perfect fit. Groomers are paid 50% commission based on the groom price, 50% of all add-on services and receive 100% of both cash and card tips for the dogs they personally service.

What We Offer:

True one-on-one grooming (No kennels, no rush) Quiet, boutique-style salon atmosphere Polite pups! We do not accept reactive/difficult furry clients Top quality equipment and premium products High-end clientele who value humanity over vanity and quality grooming Responsibilities Perform professional grooming services independently including bathing, trimming nails, styling, and ear cleaning for dogs of all breeds and sizes plus any add-ons selected Handle animals safely and gently, utilizing proper restraint techniques to ensure their comfort and safety Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of grooming tools and work area/salon Assess the health condition of pets during grooming sessions and report any concerns to the pet owners/owners of salon and take pictures Provide excellent customer service by communicating effectively with pet owners about grooming needs and aftercare instructions Requirements 3 years prior experience in pet grooming, and animal handling is required Animal handling skills with the ability to restrain safely and humanely Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary (e.g., lifting pets or supplies) Ability to groom independently from start to finish Must be reliable, compassionate, and dedicated to providing exceptional care for animals Must be seeking a long-term, professional salon to call home!

Location:

Shampoodles Grooming Salon in Bethel CT Apply on Indeed or message us with your experience and grooming background. We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to our salon!

Pay:

$25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person