Pet Groomer
ぺっととりまー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Other Service Occupations
- Minor : Pet Groomers
Summary
A specialist who performs overall grooming such as shampooing, cutting, and brushing for pets like dogs and cats to keep them clean and healthy.
Description
Pet groomers provide grooming services such as shampooing fur, cutting, brushing, nail clipping, and ear cleaning for pets like dogs and cats entrusted by customers. Before treatment, they check the skin and fur condition and propose appropriate medicated shampoos or cut styles. They proceed with work safely, considering the animal's stress and health condition. Additionally, they manage hygiene of treatment equipment and tools, clean the store, provide advice and care guidance to owners, and support pet health maintenance and grooming.
Future Outlook
With the aging of pets and diversified needs, demand for specialized grooming techniques and mobile services is increasing. Due to improved hygiene management and animal welfare awareness, the market value of groomers with qualifications and advanced grooming skills is expected to rise further.
Personality Traits
Animal Lover / Attentive to Details / Cheerful and Sociable / Hygiene Conscious / Patient
Work Style
Contract Employee / Freelance / Full-Time / Shift Work / Store Employment
Career Path
Junior Groomer → Senior Groomer / Grooming Chief → Store Manager → Freelance Groomer → Grooming School Instructor
Required Skills
Animal Anatomy and Physiology / Behavioral Observation Ability (Animals) / Grooming Skills / Hygiene Management / Safe Restraint and Handling Methods
Recommended Skills
Customer Service Manners / First Aid (Animal Emergency) / Inventory Management / Styling
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly adapt to the animal's personality and health condition. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires meticulous attention to fur length, balance, and hygiene management. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary for consultations with owners and understanding the pet's condition. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work and physical labor require stamina. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because there are situations requiring emergency response, such as when an animal suddenly becomes violent. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because empirical skills are valued more than advanced analysis. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex numerical analysis is almost unnecessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Animal Handler Responsible Person (Prefectural Registration)
- Companion Animal Husbandry Manager
- JKC Certified Groomer
Aliases
- Animal Beautician
- Cat Groomer
- Dog Groomer
Related Jobs
- Animal Nurse
- Dog Trainer
- Pet Shop Staff