Dog grooming can be an expensive endeavor, but it’s necessary for your dog’s health. Here’s how to cut costs in this area.
For Services
- Learn to groom your dog by yourself through tutorials.
- Regularly look up coupons for grooming services.
- Don’t be drawn into fancy or luxurious grooming offers.
- Bathe your dog yourself.
- Look for discounts regularly.
- Ask for price lists and the necessity of each grooming method before going in.
- Brush your dog’s fur yourself every day.
- Go for a short fur cut that will take longer to grow.
- Prepare your dog before grooming sessions to avoid extra time-based charges.
- Go for grooming salons with loyalty programs.
- Opt for low-cost fur trims.
- When asked about gift wants, ask for vouchers to grooming services.
For Supplies
- Don’t be afraid to invest in products that will last longer.
- Share the expense – and the products – with other dog owners who need them.
- Look for special deals, discounts, or promotions.
- Get gift cards and use them to pay.
- Always shop online first before looking in-store.
- Buy supplies second-hand (but clean them thoroughly upon arrival!)
- Use baking soda where you can.
- Freecycle on social media websites.
- Shop clearance.
- Look for coupons on coupon sites.
- Look for sites that offer rewards programs.
- Do research before settling on a product.
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