The major international study by the International Grooming Society (IGS) on groomers’ health is nearing its closing date: you have until December 31  to participate.Many of you have already responded — thank you! But to obtain solid, representative, and useful results for the entire profession, we need as many responses as possible. 👉 Survey link: https://forms.office.com/r/bKe8EXRUdE A Passionate Career… but Physically and Mentally Demanding Behind the daily work of groome

By Nathalie Ariey-Jouglard – Pour Groomer Connexion Introduction In grooming salons, we often talk about the dog’s behaviour, stress levels, socialisation, or past experiences. But one essential element is frequently overlooked: the emotional state of the groomer . Yet, a growing number of studies in animal behaviour show that dogs are extremely sensitive to human emotions. They perceive our micro-expressions, our breathing, our gestures, our tone of voice, and even our muscu

In a grooming salon, products are more than simple tools, they are the invisible partners of every treatment. Yet, how many professionals still choose their shampoos, conditioners, or sprays based on a pleasant scent, an attractive label, or old habits?Selecting grooming products should be a conscious, informed, and professional act , as it directly affects skin health, safety, and animal comfort , as well as the groomer’s credibility. A Technical and Scientific Gesture Every

It’s becoming increasingly common to see cosmetic or grooming products labelled as “alcohol-free” , even though they contain phenoxyethanol .This is a widespread confusion — and it’s worth clarifying it for the sake of scientific accuracy and transparency. 1. The name already says it The word phenoxyethanol  already contains “ethanol” , and that’s not a coincidence. Phenoxyethanol is a derivative of ethanol , meaning it retains the chemical base of this alcohol, modified by t

Many groomers think their job stops at washing, drying, trimming, and making dogs and cats clean and beautiful. But your salon can be...

Many groomers dread the classic client question:👉 “So, what are you putting on my dog?” It’s tempting to give a vague answer, or to...

In the grooming world, the question of which products to use is becoming increasingly important. Many groomers are now turning to...

Choosing a professional shampoo is a crucial step for every groomer. This product works directly on the animal’s skin and coat… but also...

Since you still haven’t listened to me, I’ll repeat myself. Reading the labels on your grooming products is not a detail: it’s a...