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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2025 · 36 MIN

The Grandmother of Grooming - Comparing Then and Now with Lesley Weeks

from The Daily Groomer · host Alex Martin and Shannon Wynings Roberts

SummaryIn our latest episode of The Daily Groomer, I'm thrilled to sit down with Lesley Weeks, aka the "grandmother of grooming." We chat about her journey from being Toronto’s first pet groomer to founding Pampered Paws. Lesley opens up about how the industry has evolved—from new equipment and the rise of mobile grooming to changing licensing standards. She also shares her thoughts on the future of grooming and some fun behind-the-scenes stories. It’s an insightful conversation you won’t want to miss!Timestamps07:40 Industry Evolution Insights11:03 Overhead-Based Pricing Formula16:39 Unregistered Breeds and Health Risks26:07 Changes in Pet Grooming Education31:12 Comprehensive Insurance for GroomersStay connected with our guest speakers! Follow them on their social media Pampered Paws. For more grooming tips, insights, and stories, check out our website at ⁠⁠⁠The Daily Groomer⁠⁠⁠. Join the pack and be part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Groomer Community⁠!

SummaryIn our latest episode of The Daily Groomer, I'm thrilled to sit down with Lesley Weeks, aka the "grandmother of grooming." We chat about her journey from being Toronto’s first pet groomer to founding Pampered Paws. Lesley opens up about how the industry has evolved—from new equipment and the rise of mobile grooming to changing licensing standards. She also shares her thoughts on the future of grooming and some fun behind-the-scenes stories. It’s an insightful conversation you won’t want to miss!Timestamps07:40 Industry Evolution Insights11:03 Overhead-Based Pricing Formula16:39 Unregistered Breeds and Health Risks26:07 Changes in Pet Grooming Education31:12 Comprehensive Insurance for GroomersStay connected with our guest speakers! Follow them on their social media Pampered Paws. For more grooming tips, insights, and stories, check out our website at ⁠⁠⁠The Daily Groomer⁠⁠⁠. Join the pack and be part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Groomer Community⁠!

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