So we pet stylists have made it through the lean time of January, and we are falling into the month of Love....When Puppies come out of the woodwork! They seem to be one of the favorite gifts of affection to give, and they come to us in need of thier first grooming experience. I have over the years found it a very opportune time to educate our newest pet owners in everything from proper food and water , to brushes, brushing, shampoos and of course a grooming schedule.....I think it a wise idea to have a small pamphlet of general information, and you can touch on each subject briefly, and allow the owner to read it thoroughly at home at thier liesure. I have even put together packets of basic coat care necessities such as brush/comb/coat care pamphlet and kept them stocked in my retail. Why send the client to the local pet store when you could keep that revenue............I put the packets together based on coat type.
The clients are very appreciative of the information!!
The clients are very appreciative of the information!!

Hi! My name is Kim West. I'm a Graduate of the New York School Of Dog Grooming (Nov. 1984) and National Certified Master Groomer through NDGAA. I have been in dogs since the age of 12 with my first Am. Cocker Spaniel. At 17, I attended Pensacola Fl. Junior College and graduated from their Veterinary Assistant program in June of 1984. Passion for pets is a lifelong and rewarding journey. I have competed in grooming competitions nationally since 1994 accumulating over 50 placements, some of which include, Gold Medal Poodles 1999 Intergroom, Handstrip Terrier Silver Medal 2001 Intergroom, Wahl Artistic Innovations Grand Champion, Best in Show Div. B 1998 Gateway to the West, Best in Show Div. A Gateway To The West 1999. I was also nominated for the Cardinal Crystal Achievement Award for Grooming Contest Judge of the Year 2008. Currently I show my Standard Poodle and share my home with three wild and crazy Miniature Schnauzers. I have three children and one grandchild all of whom I love with all my heart. I love to teach others the art of pet styling, and share the information that others have graciously shared with me over the years. I believe in paying it forward.
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