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Groomer (Commission Based Flexible Working Hours)

Destination Pet · La Crosse, WI · Part time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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About your past

How long have you been grooming, and which breeds are you most and least comfortable with?

What they are checking: Whether they are honest about their skill level so the shop can book the right dogs.

You can choose hourly for 60 days or straight commission. Which would you pick and why?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how commission pay works and know their own pace and book.

Tell me about a client who was unhappy with a groom. How did you make it right?

What they are checking: Whether they handle complaints calmly and keep clients coming back.

How do you build a loyal client book over time?

What they are checking: Whether they think about rebooking and relationships, which drives a groomer's income.

What would you do

An owner brings in a badly matted doodle and asks for just a trim. How do you handle that conversation?

What they are checking: Whether they can put the dog's comfort first and explain a shave-down kindly without blaming the owner.

A dog becomes very stressed or tries to bite on the table. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they know when to pause, use safe handling, or stop a groom to protect the dog and themselves.

How would you work with a bather so both of you stay productive?

What they are checking: Whether they can share work smoothly, since the posting mentions grooming with a bather.

About the work

Walk me through how you groom a double-coated breed differently from a poodle.

What they are checking: Whether they understand coat types and why shaving some breeds can cause harm.

What do you check on a dog's skin, ears and nails during a groom, and what do you tell the owner?

What they are checking: Whether they notice health issues and communicate them without diagnosing.

How do you keep your tools clean and in good shape between dogs?

What they are checking: Whether they sanitize and maintain equipment to prevent cuts, burns and spread of infection.

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The full job description

As published by Destination Pet.

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us! We’re currently sniffing out our next Groomer at Pet Me Scratch Me - La Crosse. Do you dream in coat types and clipper guards? Can you turn a scruffy pup into a showstopper and chat kindly with the owner of a matted doodle who says, “Just a trim”? Come take your place alongside a team who care hard, laugh often, and leave no tail untamed. At Destination Pet, we’re not just another Pet/Vet care center—we’re a community built on belly rubs, breed standards, and a belief that every pet deserves to look (and feel) their best. Since 2016, we’ve been elevating the love and lives of pet families across the country with top-tier care that includes grooming, daycare, boarding, veterinary services, training, and more. 🎁 Perks & Pay: • 50% commission (or 40% if you're working with a bather) • 30% commission on basic baths (if applicable) • Discounts on pet services like boarding, daycare, training, and more • 20% off veterinary care at Destination Pet facilities • Professional equipment provided—and sharpened twice a year on our dime • Flexible scheduling and quality-over-quantity expectations • Continuing education support for seminars, expos, and advanced techniques • Telehealth , 401k and Pet Insurance • Career growth opportunities within the Destination Pet network • Access your earned wages anytime with DailyPay. 📋 Reporting To: General Manager 💪 What You Should Know: • Professional grooming experience is required. • Must be able to lift 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and manage large or nervous dogs safely. • Exposure to fur, cleaning chemicals, wet pups, ahem, “accidents” and unpredictable zoomies is guaranteed. • Must be able to work in a physically active environment with heat, cold, water, and noise. 🐾 What You Bring to the Table: • Proven experience grooming a wide range of breeds and coat types. • Time management, attention to detail, and a customer-first mindset. • Familiarity with pet behavior, stress signals, and safe handling practices. • You communicate clearly—with clients, teammates, and even the pets. • Reliable, calm under pressure, and excited to keep learning. • You love animals and treat each one like they’re your own. 🐕 What You’ll Be Doing (Besides Making Dogs Look Fur-bulous): • Snipping, shaping, and styling pets based on owner preferences or breed standards. • Trimming nails, cleaning ears, brushing teeth, and tidying up the tail end. • Bathing dogs (or working with bathers to prep pets for grooming). • Chatting with pet parents about grooming needs, coat care, and what’s trending in tails. • Keeping your station neat, your tools sharp, and your vibe fresh. • Tagging in the front desk when pups are fluffed, puffed, and ready for pickup. • Providing a calm, kind, safe experience for every animal in your care. • Representing Destination Pet’s values of compassion, quality, and community. Ready to make the world fluffier, one pup at a time? If you're all about clean cuts, calm pups, and a crew that has your back—it's time to join our pack! Part-time grooming position. Shifts Friday, Saturday and Sunday only. Fridays (8am-5pm), Saturdays and Sundays (9am-4pm). Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our recruitment team. At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don't play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack?

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