A beauty salon for animals is a relative novelty of the Russian market, which is rapidly gaining popularity. Most often dogs participating in exhibitions are brought there. But many owners of pets that do not apply for titles also want to see their pets beautiful and well-groomed. The circle of visitors to your salon can be quite wide, provided that you organize your business correctly from the very beginning.
Instructions
Step 1
Find a suitable location. Try sitting next to a kennel club or popular veterinary clinic. You can become for these organizations not a competitor, but a useful partner, and besides, you can save on advertising promotion of the salon. You can create a specialized salon that only accepts dogs, or you can provide services to other animals, especially cats.
Step 2
It is possible to enter into a partnership agreement with master groomers (specialists in haircuts and grooming). You provide them with a comfortable room with professional equipment, and they share the proceeds with you. The percentage depends on the skill of the groomer. In the salon, there are enough two craftsmen working on schedule.
Step 3
The opening hours of the salon depend on the wishes of the client. Since the appointment is by appointment, you will be able to create a schedule that is convenient for clients and craftsmen. For example, on weekends, the load may be at its maximum, and during the week, the salon may be open for half a day or even less.
Step 4
Equip groomer workplaces. You will need tables for a haircut, a sink, a trimmer, hair dryers, a drying chamber, a set of brushes, hand trimmers, combs and scissors. Stock up on professional cosmetics - shampoos, conditioners for wool, paints, styling products. You can purchase small inventory and cosmetics yourself or give groomers the opportunity to work with their own set of products and tools.
Step 5
Consider introducing additional services, such as making and selling clothes for dogs. Most pet stores offer a standard assortment. You can offer something unusual - designer outfits, custom-made dresses and overalls for the show, designer carry bags and handmade collars. Contact private craftsmen - you can take goods from them for sale.
Step 6
From the first days of work, actively advertise your salon. Create your own website where you can post information about services, price list, announcements of upcoming events. Print salon business cards and distribute them at dog shows and veterinary clinics. Communicate actively with owners of purebred dogs and owners of kennels, register on city thematic forums. Make sure that the name of your salon becomes known to all potential customers.
