Research: Finding a good local pet grooming service may be hard, but luckily you are not the only one with pets. Countless people around you have pets and have found a great groomer.
If you encounter a pet owner with a pet similar to yours, ask them about their preferred grooming service and the details of the service offered. You can also ask your vet.
Certification: Grooming services have to be certified but many grooming services do not have the necessary training to handle your pet with the expert care you are looking for. Ask them the questions of where they got their training and if it would be possible to check their certifications.
Check Reviews: The best part about the age of the internet and social media is how well you may know if a service is good or bad. Check for reviews online in social media groups or forums and also on pet-dedicated blogs and websites.
A few of these reviews may be paid or advertised so use your judgment to separate the authentic ones from the paid reviews.
Visit: Once you have narrowed it down to a handful of options, start by scheduling visits. Look around the facilities. Talk to the staff of the grooming service. Check the cleanliness and other aspects that concern you. Take notes and write the pros and cons of each service you visit.
Instinct: Trust your instinct and that of your pet when choosing a grooming service. Notice how they treat your pet and handle the animal. Observe how your pet behaves when being attended to. If you feel something is wrong or doesn't feel right, take a step back and re-evaluate your option.