Groomers' Health

The International Grooming Society (IGS)  is a newly founded organization created to unite groomers worldwide, raise professional standards, and support the well-being of both groomers and the animals they care for . From the very beginning, the IGS has been built on three pillars: Professional development and certification  – empowering groomers to reach higher standards. Holistic grooming practices  – promoting a mindful, science-based, and compassionate approach that consi

Why Groomers Are at Risk of Burnout Grooming is often seen as a rewarding and fulfilling profession. However, behind this perception lies a physically and emotionally demanding career. Repeated technical movements, managing stressed animals, dealing with demanding owners, and enduring long working hours can lead to professional exhaustion. Known as burnout , this phenomenon can severely impact the mental, physical, and emotional health of groomers. At the International Groomi