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I would like to hire a groomer with dog-handling skills, clipper skills, and scissoring skills. You must love dogs, to work with us. Please call 636-723-3647   2/16/10

Experienced pet groomer wanted for a very busy grooming salon! Looking for someone with a great personality and a serious desire for grooming as a career! Contact with a resume-5808 Johnson Dr. or email- laceyadair99@hotmail.com Phone-913-432-7021   2/13/10

I am a Active Pet Stylist working for a upscale Vet Hospital in the St. Louis area. I am looking for a Part Time position in the Pet Industry whether grooming, Bather, Kennel work or Asst. to a Professional Handler. I have many years in dogs as I breed and show for over 15yrs. I have been grooming for almost 6 years F/T and can do all breeds. I also hand strip at my current job. I would be willing to travel up to 1 hour for the right position. Please call cell 269-426-0533 or email sundancecorgi@earthlink.net   2/9/10

We are a small show kennel, fully equipped groom shop. Looking for a Poodle Groomer with experience with AKC and UKC show clips, scissoring a must as well as an understanding of conformation. Part time 2 days weekly. We are located near Lake of the Ozarks. Please contact Denise 573-378-9715 denise_spot@hotmail.com   2/9/10

Seeking experienced full time groomer. Must be skilled in all breeds and hand scissoring. Located in Clayton/University City. If interested please call 314-726-4900.   2/5/10

Experienced & motivated pet groomer wanted to operate own grooming business within veterinary clinic established in south Kansas City, MO for over 40 years. Sufficient present customers to get started. Most fixtures of your trade are in place. Earning potential limited only by your commitment to customer service and quality of your workmanship. Inquire via e-mail to bacvet@birch.net.    1/28/10

AnimalJobHunter.com is quickly becoming the #1 Career Search Center for individuals looking for new job opportunities in the Pet Industry. With over 35 yrs of experience. in the animal field, we understand the importance of matching the needs of the employer with a qualified employee. Visit www.animaljobhunter.com to begin your search today! You can email us at clientcare@animaljobhunter.com.   1/17/10

The Continental Bed Bath and Bone Is looking for an experienced dog and cat groomer to join our busy grooming department. We have a fast paced fun environment with a full kennel and daycare. We are looking for a groomer who has good attention to detail, and is reliable and hard working to join us. We have a full support staff of Bather brushers so if you are skilled in all breeds please contact us! Great opportunity for right person. Please visit our website bedbathandbone.com . You can email your resume to bedbathandbone@gmail.com. All applications will be held confidential.   1/13/10

Distributors wanted, worldwide income potential! Become a B3 distributor. Be your own boss! Work from home. We need entrepreneurs like you that understand quality products and the grooming industry. Work in the luxury pet industry. Sell American made pet products today! www.b3salonproducts.com 717-871-0103   1/7/10

I am a Certified Pet Stylist with 5 years of grooming experience, I have 2 years of salon & boutique management experience, and I also have 7 years of kennel experience. I have excellent client relation skills, and I put 110% in everything I do. I build strong lasting relationships with my clients, and I have a reputation of quickly building clientele for each establishment that I have ever worked with. If you are seeking a true Professional to help your business grow please contact me at set_apart_hebrew_child@live.com. I will provide a resume, and a long list of excellent references.   1/6/10

Full time grooming position available. Must be experienced in all breeds, and hand scissoring. Located in Clayton-University City area. Please call 314-726-4900. Experienced groomers need only apply.   1/5/10

We are a full-service upscale veterinary hospital in O'Fallon, MO in need of a self-motivated, responsible, high-quality pet groomer. This is an excellent opportunity for the right business-minded individual looking to create a career for themselves and willing to grow their clientele. Please email us at ofallonvmc@gmail.com for further information or with questions.   12/20/09

Grooming Salon Associates - St. Louis & Kansas City, MO

As a PetSmart associate, you’ll be joining the nation’s leading pet retailer. Our vision is to provide Total Lifetime Care for every pet, every parent, every time. We’re currently seeking candidates who enjoy working in a team environment*: Grooming Salon Associates

Responsibilities include:

• Booking appointments and greeting pets upon check- in
• Answering pet parents questions and finding solutions for their individual needs
• Bathe, brush and dry dogs
• Cleaning ears, clipping nails, and performing other needed services
• Grooming dogs to pet parent satisfaction
• Strict adherence to all PetSmart policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all pets in our salons
• Providing excellent service to pets and pet parents
• Maintaining salon appearance standards
• Being able to work flexible hours (including evenings, weekends, and holidays)

Pet stylists will be required to pass a technical assessment. Individuals with no grooming experience are encouraged to apply for a Bather position. Our great benefits include:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive health plan: medical, dental, vision
• Stock Purchase Plan
• 401K/savings plan
• Discount on PetSmart products and services
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Salon Academy training is provided for interested and qualified candidates

If you’re passionate about pets and want to build a dynamic retail career, then why not combine your love for pets with a rewarding career at PetSmart? **Apply Online www.petsmartjobs.com   12/15/09

Grooming Salon Manager - Columbia, St. Charles and St. Louis, MO

As a PetSmart associate, you’ll be joining the nation’s leading pet retailer.  Our vision is to provide Total Lifetime Care for every pet, every parent, every time.  We’re currently seeking candidates who enjoy working in a team environment*:

Grooming Salon Manager: Our salon is one of the fastest growing services at PetSmart.  The salon experience can range from a nail clipping to a full service groom.  As salon manager you will be responsible for ensuring an efficient and positive grooming experience.  This is a hands on management position in which you will be grooming pets, interfacing with our pet parents, and generating new business.  Essential Job Functions:

• Greet pets, help each pet parent identify their pets individual needs and find solutions   
• Manage all aspects of the Grooming Salon operations with in the store
• Drive to generate sales and control operating expenses
• Be responsible for hiring, training/developing and managing a staff of 5 or more
• Groom all breeds to standard
• Strict adherence to all policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all pets in our salons
• Maintaining salon appearance standards

Qualification: Salon Managers must have at least two years of professional grooming experience. Previous manager experience is preferred. You must be able to work flexible hours (including nights, weekends and holidays).

Salon managers will earn commission on dogs they groom and participate in bonus programs.

Our great benefits include:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive health plan: medical, dental, vision
• Stock Purchase Plan
• 401K/savings plan
• Discount on PetSmart products and services
• Opportunities for career advancement

If you’re passionate about pets and want to build a dynamic retail career, then why not combine your love for pets with a rewarding career at PetSmart? Apply Online www.petsmartjobs.com   12/15/09

Successful, well-established groom shop in San Francisco seeks experienced dog groomer with managerial experience and/or desire to assist managing shop operations (there is a business manager). Good pay, tips, paid vacation, and great crew that does the washing/drying. Rare opportunity for someone who might want to take over shop upon owner’s retirement. Reply sfek101@yahoo.com.   12/11/09

Looking for an experienced groomer to work in upscale groom salon in the Clayton/Ladue area. Scissor skills are a must, and ability to clip to breed standards and have excellent customer communication skills. We have part-time or full-time work available. Please contact EMAIL for further information.   11/2/09

I'm looking for a part time pet groomer must have own equipment will be busy in the summer months must be dependable can only pay 50% it is a small town of the dogs you do must love dogs. Telephone: 417-532-9977   10/14/09

Experienced groomer/former salon manager with over 10 years grooming experience seeking part time position. Knowledgeable in hand scissoring, scissor finishing, hand stripping terriers. Recently moved to area from England. Quality and happy customers the most important to me! Great addition to any team. Please contact me via email at onthefritztoo@msn.com   9/16/09

It is time to move to sunny Florida. The Red Hydrant Pet Spa and Boutique has an immediate opening for an experienced groomer with great people skills and ability to groom multiple breeds. The ideal candidate will be a non-smoker, dog lover, with good work habits and a willingness to always learn and improve on their existing knowledge and skills. The position available is full time with benefits available. Email your resume or work history to roman@theredhydrant.com. You can read more about us at our website www.theredhydrant.com.   9/12/09

Grooming Salon Managers - Throughout Missouri

Bring your love of animals to PETCO and grow your career with a company that's on the move! As the leading specialty retailer of premium pet food and supplies, PETCO with 700+ stores (and growing) has career opportunities for Grooming Salon Managers to oversee and provide grooming services, on-the-job training to Pet Stylists and Grooming Assistants, as well as provide exceptional customer service. Must have 3+ years experience in grooming standard breeds, demonstrated knowledge of the grooming industry and ability to supervise Pet Stylists. Supervisory/retail experience and a HS diploma/equivalent preferred. To put your love of animals to work apply now for a rewarding career. Click here.

Professional Pet Stylists - Throughout Missouri

PETCO is growing and so are the career opportunities for experienced Pet Stylists to provide basic grooming services and exceptional customer service. Must have a minimum of 1 year of grooming experience under the direction of a professional groomer or a graduate of grooming school. Must successfully complete skill evaluation by PETCO Stylist or Grooming Salon Manager. HS diploma/equivalent preferred. "It is our mission to be the leader in the pet services industry by focusing on the training and development of our associate and by delighting our customers with excellent services." To put your love of animals to work apply now for a rewarding career. Click here.

Grooming Assistants - Throughout Missouri

PETCO has rewarding career opportunities, with excellent benefits and employee discounts. Join our team as a Grooming Assistant to Assist the Pet Stylists and Grooming Salon Manager with bathing/brushing pets, blow-drying, and conditioning of dogs and cats that require haircuts. No experience required, just a love for animals. To put your love of animals to work apply now for a rewarding career. Click here.

Dog Training Instructor - Throughout Missouri

PETCO is looking for experienced Dog Training Instructors to join our Canine Education program. By joining our team you can help to reduce the number of shelter dogs by providing quality, dog friendly education to pet parent customers. As a PETCO Canine Education Coordinator you can advance your career with the leading specialty retailer of premium pet food, supplies and services.  At PETCO animals always come first and we encourage this by supporting positive reinforcement training methods with gentle, yet effective teaching techniques. To put your love of animals to work apply now for a rewarding career. Click here.