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Pet Groomer
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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.
$32,990 / year median in Florida
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Perform grooming services including bathing, brushing, drying, trimming, and styling pets' coats in accordance with industry standards and hygiene practices. Provide routine care for pets, including cleaning ears, brushing teeth, and maintaining overall hygiene, while observing any visible health concerns. Evaluate pets' coat condition, including texture, matting, and grooming needs, to determine appropriate grooming techniques. Monitor pets during grooming procedures to ensure their safety, comfort, and proper handling at all times. Inspect pets for visible skin conditions, parasites, or signs of irritation and communicate any concerns as appropriate. Communicate with clients to understand grooming preferences and ensure services are performed according to requested specifications. Clean, sanitize, and maintain grooming tools, equipment, and work areas in compliance with safety and sanitation standards. Maintain records of grooming services performed and any specific care instructions for each pet. Availability to work weekends and some holidays as required.