Mobile Pet Grooming Service
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Overview
Mobile pet grooming brings professional grooming services to pet owners' homes in customized grooming vans.
With pet grooming a $10B+ market and convenience valued, mobile grooming generates revenue of $110,000-$370,000 with 60-75% margins.
The business requires grooming van conversion, grooming equipment, water system, generator, and grooming certification.
Services include bathing and brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, teeth brushing, and de-shedding treatments.
Pricing typically $60-$120 per appointment.
Success factors include professional van setup with washing station, grooming certification and skills, targeting busy pet owners willing to pay premium, building regular clientele, and excellent pet handling.
Most groomers serve 4-6 dogs daily.
Marketing focuses on neighborhood apps, pet owner groups, and van branding.
With 90M+ US dogs and convenience premium in 2025, mobile grooming offers groomed opportunities.
Required Skills
- Pet grooming certification
- Dog handling
- Grooming techniques
- Mobile operations
- Van maintenance
- Pet safety
Pros and Cons
Pros
- High margins
- Premium convenience pricing
- No rent overhead
- Growing pet spending
- Regular recurring clients
Cons
- High van investment
- Vehicle maintenance
- Water system complexity
- Weather/parking challenges
- Physically demanding
How to Get Started
- Get grooming certification
- Acquire and outfit van
- Install water/power systems
- Stock grooming equipment
- Set up scheduling
- Target local pet owners
- Build regular route
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