Pet Stylist is a professional who is trained in styling and grooming pets. A Pet stylist is responsible for handling pets like bathing them, clipping their nails, and brushing, combing, untangling, and cutting their hair. The work of a pet stylishly is not only brushing and cutting the animal's hair but also taking care so that it looks attractive. With the increasing number of pets and awareness among people about their upkeep the requirement for trained Pet Stylish has increased in the recent past. So to get into this profession one has to get that required training.
Pet Stylist Eligibility
To be eligible to become a Pet Stylist the minimum desired qualification for aspiring candidates is 12th class.
Pet Stylist Required Skills
- First and foremost, a Pet Stylist should be Pet lower only then he/she will be able to handle pets in an effective way.
- Pet stylists should also be able to remain cool and calm as they have to handle different kinds of animals.
- They should always have the desire to serve such as they have to be sincere about caring for Pets and get a real buzz about making a difference in pets' appearance. They should be aware of the health and safety measures of pets.
- They should also have dedication, concentration, and zeal to serve their pet masters in the best possible way.
How to become a Pet Stylist?
There is no specific educational qualification required to enter this profession. Students after following the further steps can become good Pet stylists.
Step 1
Applicants after the desired minimum qualification of 10+2 can go for a certification in Pet Styling provided by some institutes. There are online and distance-learning courses that an aspiring Pet Stylist can join.
Step 2
After getting his Pet Styling certification a person can go for in-person training. One may also help a groomer or stylist, by securing an internship with a grooming facility, or even by finding an employer who is willing to offer hands-on training.
The list of Institutes Providing Courses related to Pet Styling is:
- Scoopy Scrub, New Delhi - www.sccopyscrub.com
- Fuzzy Wuzzy, Bangaluru - www.fuzzywuzzy.in
Pet Stylist Job Description
A Pet stylist is responsible for handling pets like bathing them, clipping their nails, and brushing, combing, untangling, and cutting their hair. The work of a pet stylishly is not only brushing and cutting the animal's hair but also taking care that it looks attractive.
Pet Stylist Career Prospects
Most of the Pet owners consider their pets as family members and take great pride in keeping them well-groomed and stylish looking. Thus budding Pet Stylists have many opportunities to earn good money from them. Pet Stylists can go for a job as a Pet stylist with a grooming facility, pet store, animal salon, veterinary office, pet shop, mobile pet grooming services, kennels and grooming salons, etc. If he prefers to start his own business, he may buy or rent his own facility and obtain a business license to start his own pet styling business. Pet Stylists can also team up with other Pet healthcare professionals to start multidisciplinary clinics, where all sorts of alternative healthcare can also be provided.
Pet Stylist Salary
Pet Stylist earnings depend on various factors like location, business type, Pet Stylist experience, and qualifications. Newly qualified Pet stylists may earn Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 20,000 per month. Pet stylists with a few years of experience can earn Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 30,000 per month or even more.
