Opportunities for Pet Groomers

At Heart + Paw, pet grooming is about more than hygiene; it’s about gaining an animal’s trust and providing a gentle touch to make every pet’s experience the best it can be. Our pet groomers are dedicated to forging warm, lasting bonds with furry clients and their owners and championing low-stress handling that keeps pet families coming back to us.

When you join our team, you join a group of people who are passionate about what they do and genuinely look forward to coming into work—and it shows! Deliver incredible care and enjoy compensation and benefits that give you the work-life balance you deserve. Join Heart + Paw to elevate your career!

Shih Tzu At Groomer

Put Your Pet Pampering Skills to Good Use

As a Heart + Paw groomer, you’ll provide grooming services and utilize low-stress handling philosophies while working in collaboration with your team. You will receive all the necessary tools to perform at the highest level, including a beautifully appointed grooming room complete with:

  • Bathing tub
  • Grooming table
  • Dryers
  • Cages
  • Quality shampoos, conditions, and other grooming products
  • Access to shared laundry facilities
  • A sophisticated pet/client information management system

We Offer Beautifully Appointed Pet Grooming Salons

Our Heart + Paw locations that provide grooming services offer an elevated dog grooming experience, with:

  • Large windows allowing pet parents to see their pet being groomed
  • Walk-in tubs with non-slip tiles
  • Quiet and steady lift tables to minimize stress
  • Reduced grooming time, which lessens anxiety for pets
Dog Grooming
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I've done everything in the grooming industry, from big box store to house call, my own grooming studio, and mobile, but joining Heart + Paw has been the best fit for my lifestyle. The emphasis on work-life balance, and their unwavering support for each groomer's development, allows each team member to follow their dreams and makes it feel more like a home than a job. Being at Heart + Paw personally gave me the support to realize my biggest dream, earning a spot on Groom Team USA.

Helen Schaefer, NCMG CCE, Master Groomer

The Perks of Being a Heart + Paw Groomer

Heart + Paw makes your well-being a priority, so you can flourish and do your best work.

Groomer With Poodle

The Perks of Being a Heart + Paw Groomer

Heart + Paw makes your well-being a priority, so you can flourish and do your best work.

With us, you can expect:

  • Open communication and a sense of belonging, which creates an environment of trust—you’ll love coming to work every day!
  • An open environment that recognizes the importance of work-life balance. You’re encouraged to take time off when you need it.
  • Exciting opportunities for you to learn and succeed.
  • To grow your own client base in collaboration with the Center Director and Partner Doctor.
  • A collaborative + supportive family-like atmosphere.
  • The ability to focus on grooming and growing your client base.

Grooming Career Benefits

Competitive Salary

Competitive Salary + Benefits

Practice High Quality Medicine

Professional Development + Growth Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

Flexible Scheduling

Time Off

Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule

Disability Insurance

Short-Term + Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Company Paid Term Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Health, Dental, + Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings

401k Retirement Savings

Continuing Education

Continuing Education Allowance

Liensure Reimbursement

State Licensure Reimbursement

Discounts

Team Pet Care Discounts

Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

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