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GroomerTALK Orientation
PetGroomer.com's GroomerTALK and MobileGroomerTALK forums since 1998.
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We don't have many don't's but we ask that you follow these.
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January 29th, 2008
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Common problem can be fixed.
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March 3rd, 2008
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Win a prize here! Members only, register today.
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7 Hours Ago
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Suggestions to meet our criteria to post pictures here.
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June 17th, 2008
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Who can use our chat rooms, how to sign up and more.
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55 Minutes Ago
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Take your time, be patient, here are some tips.
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1 Day Ago
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Some guidelines to keep our board cleaner and more focused on grooming.
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January 19th, 2008
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TALK Forums Category
Anything grooming that doesn't fit in the other categories.
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If you are new to GroomerTALK please introduce yourself here.
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3 Hours Ago
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General discussions except mobile grooming which has its own forum below.
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21 Minutes Ago
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Everything mobile!
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Discussions of products including bathing supplies, not systems, bows, bandannas, cologne, color, shampoo, conditioners, powders, oils, dental, ear & eye products, flea & tick, loops, nail caps & polish (not nail clippers), organizers and pet positioning products.
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1 Hour Ago
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Discussions of grooming tools including clippers, blades, snap-ons, clipper care products, combs, rakes, deshedding, strip knives and shears.
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8 Hours Ago
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Discussions of bathing systems, cages, dryers, clipper vacuums, grooming tables, tubs, workstations and various equipment accessories.
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23 Hours Ago
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What retail products sell best in pet grooming businesses, and what are the best ways to sell them? What about boosting sales with add-on services. Which sell best? Let's talk.
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43 Minutes Ago
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Discussions of grooming operations software including appointment scheduling programs (not educational software like how-to groom or how-to manage etc.).
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1 Day Ago
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Questions about maintaining your tools and diagnosing problems? Ask here.
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1 Week Ago
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Discussions about all types of groomer wear including groomer masks and wrist aids.
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23 Hours Ago
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Discussions limited to interior and exterior building design, signage, floors, fixtures, lighting, plumbing, electrical, potty walks, paint, construction and similar (not grooming equipment or tools or supplies - see above). Includes shops, salons, spas, boutiques, boarding, daycare or retail with grooing departments.
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3 Days Ago
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Originally Beginner TALK, but we feel beginners should jump in to regular forums with our kind members. This is NOW Career Seeker TALK for those that haven't made the plunge. What do you need to know before you commit?
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2 Hours Ago
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How do you market and advertise pet care? Do you have a written marketing plan and sales forecast? If not, why not? What works? What doesn't? Remember, you can talk pricing systems, but never share your actual grooming fees.
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Over 225,000 surveys to date. The planet's most extensive grooming surveys since 1998. Talk about the results including prices, careers, businesses, mobile and so much more. Be sure to click Surveys in left column of the message board and take or surveys.
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May 27th, 2008
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Specialty Forums Category
Our favorite specifc topic forums.
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Tips for building a professional groomer library.
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Schools, home study, apprenticeship training, corporate training, certification programs and vocational licensing.
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2 Hours Ago
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A place to share the grief of pet loss and to help us all remember your departed pets.
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1 Day Ago
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Discussions about associations, no recruitment activity please.
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14 Hours Ago
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Taking care of you and employees.
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Learning more about observing pet health conditions and making veterinary care referrals.
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2 Hours Ago
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The greatest of things is achieved with a light heart.
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4 Hours Ago
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Forum closed, please use new supplies, apparel, equipment and tools forums in the TALK category. Thanks.
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October 23rd, 2007
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New products and services will be announced in appropriate TALK forums realated to supplies, equipment etc. Closed for new posting, but you can read prior threads.
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September 25th, 2007
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Grooming & Pet Industry & Member Events Category
Major trade show events to gatherings of board members.
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Events for groomers.
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8 Hours Ago
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Meet other members of GroomerTALK.
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2 Weeks Ago
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Competing in the art of grooming.
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56 Minutes Ago
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Random Acts of Kindness by Pet Groomers
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Let's help the world better understand pet groomers. Whenever you do a random act of kindness for people and/or pets, open a new thread here and share.
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Techniques Category
Grooming basics, mixed breed grooming and breed standard grooming.
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When there are standards to be met.
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1 Hour Ago
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February 17th, 2008
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Dealing with a myriad of options.
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The fine art of scissoring and thinning and more.
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Techniques in both with an emphasis on safety.
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A rare art of styling.
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August 1st, 2008
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Sometimes doing things in reverse is a good thing.
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1 Day Ago
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Learn more about wet clipping.
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The art of cording on breeds like the Puli.
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June 10th, 2008
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Techniques for cleaning ears, nail clipping and filing, sanitary trims and anal gland expression.
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July 21st, 2008
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Is it an understatement to say that cat grooming is not the same as dog grooming?
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6 Days Ago
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Much of the work of grooming is handling. Handle wisely and save your energy.
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2 Weeks Ago
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Grooming horses, rabbits, ferrets and more, oh my.
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The Business Side of Grooming Category
Discussions related to self-employment as a grooming business owner.
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Match your education in small business management with your education in the art of grooming.
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3 Weeks Ago
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Common questions about starting and operating a business.
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Becoming a school owner and training tomorrow's groomers.
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June 24th, 2008
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A proven route into self employment.
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September 10th, 2007
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Boost your business income with add-on sales of products and services and other opportunities.
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May 29th, 2008
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How to write a professional plan and get financed or investors.
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2 Weeks Ago
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Creating successful personnel relations, teamwork and maintaining employer compliance.
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1 Week Ago
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Insurance for pet grooming business of all kinds, and other pet care businesses.
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June 19th, 2008
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Sales forecasting, operating expenses, record keeping, bookkeeping, tax planning and other "ing's" related to business finance.
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1 Week Ago
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You really have 2 customers for every client, the pet and its owner.
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Operating a grooming business in a commercial location.
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