"Don’t give up! I remember learning how to hand scissor on a shaky Airedale. So frustrating!" Continue reading

It was devastating news, and we had to give up our pets and I had to stop grooming. It was a life-changing experience for everyone. Continue reading

Winter is on its way out and spring is just around the corner, so we thought that we'd get you inspired for spring grooming jobs with this all-new collection of before and after grooming photos. Continue reading

A guide to the different types of clippers and trimmers available to the professional pet groomer. Continue reading

As a professional pet groomer, you never know what challenges you’ll face on a daily basis. While it may not be possible (or practical) to keep a shampoo on hand for every possible skin or coat condition, our staff groomers have found that these seven shampoos are handy to have in the shop at all times. General Purpose Shampoo: A general purpose shampoo is the everyday shampoo that you use when you just need to get the dog clean and there are no skin or coat issues that need to be addressed. For most groomers, their general purpose shampoo is... Continue reading

It's election day here in the United States, and we thought it would be fun to share some photos of canine candidates that we can all support. Thanks to Amanda, Tiffany and Anita for submitting their work to our showcase. You get our vote for a job well done! Amanda Fossum ARF's Mobile Dog Grooming Dawson Creek, B.C. Canada Amanda writes: "I went to school in 2009 in Sherwood Park, Alberta. After I graduated with honors I worked locally in my home town of Dawson Creek, B.C., Canada. "Realizing that grooming is something I could do on my own, I... Continue reading

It's a great time for us to share a brand new crop of amazing before and after grooming photos. You'll be sure to "fall" for the work of these talented groomers. Continue reading

In short, because the tub is super sturdy, easy to use and has a unique design that is perfect for smaller grooming shops. Continue reading

I think the most important thing to remember is that special needs pets have their own limitations and you have to be willing to tailor your grooming methods to make their visit as pleasant as possibl Continue reading

My pet grooming business is located in the country in Bordertown, South Australia. I service the whole of the South West of South Australia and into Victoria, which is hundreds of miles. Continue reading

Under all that dirt, grime and matting was a sweet little girl named Jada. She was a real trooper and was lucky to be adopted a few weeks later. Continue reading

"I have a sign that reads 'No outfit is complete without dog hair!'" Continue reading

In the long run, a dog that is calm and comfortable in the grooming shop will be a plus for the groomer and the pet owner. Continue reading

"By the end of the groom she was completely comfortable with me, and I was proud of the way she looked." Continue reading

There are times here at PetEdge when we have so many sales and special offers going on at the same time, it's hard for us to keep them all straight. To make your shopping experience easy (and make sure you're getting the best deal possible), we thought we'd use the blog to update you on this week's latest and greatest deals. From free shipping on qualified orders to a special deal on Wahl Arco clippers, there is plenty to see at PetEdge.com right now. FREE SHIPPING ON YOUR ORDER OF $150 or MORE: From now until Friday, July 13, you... Continue reading

Welcome to another edition of the PetEdge's Groomer's Showcase. It's been a while since we've posted some of your "before and after" grooming photos, but we're happy to be back to share the work of Treva and Rene. Remember, you can be a part of the PetEdge groomer's showcase by sending your before and after grooming photos to blog@petedge.com. Remember to include a brief description of the tools you used and the challenges you faced. Thanks, happy grooming, and happy Fourth of July! Treva Bailey Pooches Dog Salon Shawnee, KS Treva writes: "I have been a dog groomer for 16... Continue reading

EDITOR'S NOTE: Welcome to part two of our handy PetEdge guide to selecting the right grooming dryer. In part one of our series last week, we discussed some common grooming dryer terminology, including FPM, CPM and horsepower. In part two of our series, we'll discuss the three common types of grooming dryers and list some of the benefits of each one. Thanks and happy grooming :) TYPES OF DRYERS The basic categories of dryers are: Stand Dryers Force Dryers Cage Dryers STAND DRYERS: The main function of stand dryers is to fluff dry, or table dry. In a stand dryer... Continue reading

Welcome to Wish List Wednesday, where we ask groomers like you to share some of the products that are on their PetEdge wish list. Continue reading

You may have noticed these sleek-looking white and gold clipper blades when you opened up your new PetEdge catalog this spring. What you might not know is that these are the first clipper blades we've ever offered that are specifically designed for cats. Oster Lucky No. 9 Cat Clipper Blades are A5-compatible clipper blades that look very similar to traditional A5 blades except for a big difference—the spacing between the teeth on the cutter and the comb are closer together. Smaller gaps between teeth means there are less chances for skin to get bunched up and caught in the blades... Continue reading

A bathing system produces a pressurized stream of pre-mixed shampoo and water that can quickly break through the oily outer barrier of a pet's coat, which helps pets get cleaner faster. Continue reading

What happens when you combine one of our most popular grooming tubs with one of our most popular colors? You get one great-looking grooming tub (if we do say so ourselves). The Master Equipment Polypro Grooming Tub is now available in purple, making a great addition to our collection of purple grooming tools, equipment and accessories. Since its introduction in our spring catalog last year, the Polypro Tub has been a big hit with our customers and with the staff groomers on our product support team. Here's why we think it's a great buy. It's Strong and Sturdy: Our tubs... Continue reading

Some customers don't realize that their dogs are matted, or are too pushy about asking us to complete a service when their pet is aggressive, or insist that we shave or trim a double coated-breed and then get mad when the fur doesn't grow back. Continue reading

When I was about five years old, I found out about pet groomers. Nobody had told me they existed before! I knew that this was it—cutting dogs' hair was the perfect job. Continue reading

The right grooming table for you depends on your operating budget, the type and size of the dogs you groom, the space you have available in your shop, and the features that are most important to you. Continue reading