Groomer
ぐるーまー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Other Service Occupations
- Minor : Pet Groomers
Summary
A specialist profession that maintains beauty and health through grooming pets' fur and skin, shampooing, cutting, styling, etc.
Description
Groomers primarily target dogs and cats, providing grooming services such as shampooing, rinsing, cutting, brushing, nail clipping, and ear cleaning. They observe the condition of the skin and fur, perform appropriate care and styling, and require communication and handling skills to minimize pet stress. They work in salons, animal hospitals, mobile services, etc., and also provide advice and counseling to owners.
Future Outlook
Demand is increasing with the expansion of the pet market. Expertise is required to meet diverse needs such as mobile grooming, services for elderly animals, and eco-friendly products and salons.
Personality Traits
Can make situation-appropriate judgments / Loves animals / Patient / Polite and courteous
Work Style
Composite facility / Freelance / Salon employment
Career Path
Assistant groomer → Junior groomer → Senior groomer → Salon manager → Independent operation
Required Skills
Animal handling skills / Basic knowledge of skin and fur / Brushing techniques / Cutting techniques / Nail clipping and ear cleaning / Shampoo and rinse techniques
Recommended Skills
Animal behavior studies / Customer service and counseling / Hygiene management knowledge / Marketing / Salon management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to unexpected animal behaviors. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately adjust the fine length and balance of the fur. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for standing all day and lifting animals. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because almost no calculation work is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Companion Animal Husbandry Manager
- JKC Certified Groomer
Aliases
- Pet groomer
- Pet trimmer
- Trimmer
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- Dog trainer
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