What a Decade in Pet Retail Taught Me About Running a Mobile Salon
Alex Martin
July 1, 2026
Build a stronger grooming business with insights on mobile services, training, and growth
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Summary
In our latest episode of The Daily Groomer, I’m joined by Brit Strackbein to talk about what it really takes to build a grooming business that works for you. We discuss Brit’s path from retail management to owning a Wolfies mobile grooming franchise, how she creates lasting relationships with clients without a physical storefront, and her approach to training and supporting new groomers. We also get into the value of adding services like pet sitting and dog walking to grow your business. Whether you’re established or just getting started, Brit shares plenty of practical ideas you can apply right away.
Timestamps
07:34 Client phone consultations
10:25 Learning from industry mentors
16:00 Overcoming too much corporate structure
26:11 Training challenges in pet grooming
33:22 Promoting additional pet services
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