Experienced Dog Groomer — $50,000-$75,000+ Annually Bad to the Bone Boarding & Grooming is looking for an experienced, dependable, and talented Dog Groomer to join our growing team. We are an established pet boarding and grooming facility serving a loyal clientele in the Leavenworth area. This is an excellent opportunity for a groomer who takes pride in their work, values the comfort and safety of the dogs in their care, and wants to build lasting relationships with clients. The ideal candidate is confident working independently, has strong grooming skills across a variety of breeds and coat types, and takes pride in producing high-quality grooms. We provide a professional, positive work environment with a steady client base and the opportunity to earn $50,000-$75,000+ per year , depending on experience, productivity, and schedule. We are looking for someone who wants to be part of a team and grow with an established business—not simply work through a daily list of dogs. Responsibilities Perform professional dog grooming services, including full grooms, breed-specific trims, baths, blow-drying, brush-outs, nail trims, ear cleaning, and other standard grooming services Safely and humanely handle dogs of different sizes, breeds, temperaments, and coat conditions Evaluate coats and identify matting, skin concerns, parasites, or other conditions that should be brought to management or the pet owner's attention Prioritize the comfort, safety, and well-being of every dog throughout the grooming process Communicate professionally with pet owners regarding grooming requests, coat condition, maintenance, and recommended grooming schedules Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary grooming area Properly clean and maintain grooming equipment, tools, tubs, tables, and work areas Complete grooms efficiently while maintaining consistent quality and attention to detail Follow company safety, sanitation, handling, and grooming procedures Work cooperatively with other groomers and boarding staff Provide a professional and positive experience for both pets and their owners Help maintain the high standards and reputation of Bad to the
Bone Boarding & Grooming Experience & Qualifications Required:
Proven professional dog grooming experience Strong knowledge of grooming techniques, coat types, and breed standards Ability to confidently groom a variety of breeds and sizes Comfortable safely handling dogs with different temperaments and behavior Strong attention to detail and pride in quality of work Reliable, punctual, and professional Able to work independently while also being a positive member of a team Excellent communication and customer-service skills
Preferred:
3+ years of professional grooming experience Experience working in a high-volume grooming environment Experience with breed-specific trims and scissoring Experience handling difficult, nervous, or highly matted dogs Established grooming portfolio or examples of previous work We value skill, professionalism, reliability, and a genuine love for working with dogs. Why Join Us We're a locally owned, small business that takes pride in creating a professional but welcoming environment for both our employees and the pets in our care. At Bad to the Bone Boarding & Grooming, you're not just another employee in a large corporate operation. Our team works closely together, and we value communication, professionalism, quality work, and treating our employees with respect. We've built a strong reputation with our clients and have a loyal customer base that continues to grow. We already have a full schedule of clients waiting for our next groomer , so you won't be expected to spend your time building a clientele from scratch. We also have a full-time receptionist who helps with check-ins, scheduling, client communication, and day-to-day customer service, allowing our groomers to focus on what they do best: grooming dogs. Our Grooming Philosophy We believe the dog's comfort and well-being should always come before appearance. Dog comfort comes before appearance. We will never prioritize a perfect haircut over the comfort or safety of the dog. Matting is handled with the dog's comfort in mind. We understand that sometimes the kindest and safest option is to remove a heavily matted coat rather than put a dog through an unnecessarily painful dematting process. We do not expect our groomers to perform a "miracle" just because an owner wants the coat saved. Groomers are empowered to make professional decisions. We trust experienced groomers to use their judgment when determining what is safest and most humane for each individual dog. Quality matters, but so does compassion. We want beautiful grooms, but never at the expense of the dog's physical or emotional well-being. We believe in educating clients. When appropriate, we help owners understand coat maintenance, brushing, grooming frequency, and why certain grooming decisions are made for their pet's comfort. We treat every dog as an individual. Temperament, coat condition, age, behavior, and comfort level are all considered when determining how a groom should be approached. We're looking for a groomer who shares these values and wants to work somewhere that puts the dogs first while still taking pride in delivering high-quality professional grooming. Interested in Joining Our Team? If what you've read above sounds like the kind of grooming environment you've been looking for, I'd love to hear from you. My name is Garrett , me and my brother are the owners of Bad to the Bone Boarding & Grooming. I'm personally involved in our business and take a lot of pride in the environment we've created for our employees and the dogs we care for. If you're an experienced groomer, serious about your work, and feel that our grooming philosophy aligns with your own, give me a call or text directly at 913-704-8777. I'd rather have a conversation with someone who genuinely feels like they would be a great fit for our team than sort through a hundred applications that aren't a match. I look forward to hearing from you! — Garrett Owner, Bad to the
