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Cameo- you got me thinking-
What authorities does one report a groomer that is hitting an animal?
how does one prove it?
Im not being argumentative, just curious.
I have worked with people who have yelled,slapped,hit with tools ect ect client's dogs, if I had questioned it I was in danger of losing my job, and really at the time it wasn't an option, as soon as I was able to financially support myself without working at these places, I did quit.
Oh, best job ever (sarcasm people) was the one where half the groomers were stoned out of their minds, I seriously(can't make this crap up) walked out back to have a cigarette, and one of the groomers and the bather(shop-owner's son) were smoking a doob...yes people of fayetteville- these are the people using sharp objects on your dog!
BOY OH BOY can I tell you some good ones
I think there needs to be some basic regulations regarding grooming. too many people walk in to wal-mart, buy some shampoo,clippers, and basic tools, watch some youtube videos and call themselves professionals.
(ps-not bashing anyone who home grooms, just saying that the above does not make you a professional, or qualified to work on other people's pets)
Cages should be disinfected in between dogs, equipment and cages should be in good working order, buildings should routinely exterminated for fleas and ticks, and thats just to protect the dogs and cats...
Floors should have antislip mats in the bathing/drying area, employees should look professional, and be educated about proper handling of animals with "issues"(senior pets,aggressive pets,fearful pets)
I think another thing that many groomers do not do enough is educate clients.
If a pet comes to me with fleas, I tell the owner, and let them know why fleas are bad(many don't know about the fact that fleas can give your dog tapeworms, or that a heavy infestation can kill a dog or cause other issues like dermititis) and that it is safer and more cost effective to use a monthly preventative rather than a dip or shampoo. most dips and shampoos only protect for 7 days or less!
owners may not see the lumps and bumps that we do
What IF your dog had a malignant tumour, and the groomer just groomed around it? early detection can save a dogs life.
Dental problems have been proven to have a link to kidney and heart and liver problems, if a dog comes in with a stinky mouth full of rotted teeth, suggest that the client take their pet to the vet to get a cleaning/extraction, AND EXPLAIN why.
Explain to clients why their pets nails should be clipped regularly, i use the analogy of a dog walking on long toenails to a lady walking in heels 24/7.
I had a lady bring a small red poodle (cutest thing ever!) that was matted near the skin, but not on top. I showed her proper brushing technique after we agreed that had to be shaved, and the dog never was matted again.
If a dog has issues with grooming, sometimes the owner has no idea, once they realize that, they usually won't ask for miracles to be performed.
sometimes an owner has to be told that a dogs comfort needs to override fashion. In some cases its not feasible to expect a 10 year old shih-zu to look like a showdog, and endure hours of standing to be brushed and trimmed and dried.
Its not in the dogs best interest to expect an arthritic poodle who HATES having his feet shaved to endure it, rounded or closely scissored feet may be a better option
I could go on, but this post is getting too long
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What authorities does one report a groomer that is hitting an animal?
how does one prove it?
Im not being argumentative, just curious.
I have worked with people who have yelled,slapped,hit with tools ect ect client's dogs, if I had questioned it I was in danger of losing my job, and really at the time it wasn't an option, as soon as I was able to financially support myself without working at these places, I did quit.
Oh, best job ever (sarcasm people) was the one where half the groomers were stoned out of their minds, I seriously(can't make this crap up) walked out back to have a cigarette, and one of the groomers and the bather(shop-owner's son) were smoking a doob...yes people of fayetteville- these are the people using sharp objects on your dog!
BOY OH BOY can I tell you some good ones
I think there needs to be some basic regulations regarding grooming. too many people walk in to wal-mart, buy some shampoo,clippers, and basic tools, watch some youtube videos and call themselves professionals.
(ps-not bashing anyone who home grooms, just saying that the above does not make you a professional, or qualified to work on other people's pets)
Cages should be disinfected in between dogs, equipment and cages should be in good working order, buildings should routinely exterminated for fleas and ticks, and thats just to protect the dogs and cats...
Floors should have antislip mats in the bathing/drying area, employees should look professional, and be educated about proper handling of animals with "issues"(senior pets,aggressive pets,fearful pets)
I think another thing that many groomers do not do enough is educate clients.
If a pet comes to me with fleas, I tell the owner, and let them know why fleas are bad(many don't know about the fact that fleas can give your dog tapeworms, or that a heavy infestation can kill a dog or cause other issues like dermititis) and that it is safer and more cost effective to use a monthly preventative rather than a dip or shampoo. most dips and shampoos only protect for 7 days or less!
owners may not see the lumps and bumps that we do
What IF your dog had a malignant tumour, and the groomer just groomed around it? early detection can save a dogs life.
Dental problems have been proven to have a link to kidney and heart and liver problems, if a dog comes in with a stinky mouth full of rotted teeth, suggest that the client take their pet to the vet to get a cleaning/extraction, AND EXPLAIN why.
Explain to clients why their pets nails should be clipped regularly, i use the analogy of a dog walking on long toenails to a lady walking in heels 24/7.
I had a lady bring a small red poodle (cutest thing ever!) that was matted near the skin, but not on top. I showed her proper brushing technique after we agreed that had to be shaved, and the dog never was matted again.
If a dog has issues with grooming, sometimes the owner has no idea, once they realize that, they usually won't ask for miracles to be performed.
sometimes an owner has to be told that a dogs comfort needs to override fashion. In some cases its not feasible to expect a 10 year old shih-zu to look like a showdog, and endure hours of standing to be brushed and trimmed and dried.
Its not in the dogs best interest to expect an arthritic poodle who HATES having his feet shaved to endure it, rounded or closely scissored feet may be a better option
I could go on, but this post is getting too long
:scared: