17/01/2026
I don't often post things like this... But kinda felt I need to, with having a few interesting conversations with 'potential customers' over the last few days 🙃.... And I thought it might give a little insight that us self-employed dog groomers have livings to pay for too 😘🐾 ....
So .....
🐾Why does a dog groom cost more than your haircut? 🐾
Ever wonder what actually goes into a groom? Before you look for the “cheapest option,” let’s look at the math on a ... Lets say a £47 groom for reference!
* The Tax Man: After 20% Tax, that £47 is immediately £37.60.
* The Tech: Card machine fees take us down to £36.96.
* The Supplies: High-quality shampoo, conditioner, and “pawfume” bring us to £34.00 (being kind on the numbers here)
* The Time: let’s say average groom takes 2 hours (Ha, we wish!) ... That’s £17/hour—and that’s before paying for electricity, water, and those high-powered dryers!
A reminder - national minimum wage right now is £12.21. I’m talking £17p/h *BEFORE* subtracting utilities and maintenance of equipment.
The Reality Check:
We invest £5,000+ in training and thousands more in equipment. It’s physically demanding work with pets who don’t always want to cooperate.
When you pay a skilled groomer, you’re paying for expertise, safety, and care. And remember: your hairdresser might give you a great blowout, but they probably don’t shave your butt! 🍑✂️
