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Pet Groomer

OSCA 461433·ANZSCO 361113

Employed

5,800

Part-time share

65.5%

Female share

87.1%

Median age

38 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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About this career

Washes, dries, brushes, combs, cuts and styles pets' coats, clips their nails and cleans their ears.

What they typically do

  • Washes, shampoos and dries pets' coats
  • Brushes and combs pets' coats to remove tangles and mats
  • Trims and cuts pets' coats to desired length and style
  • Clips pets' nails to ensure they are an appropriate length
  • Cleans pets' ears to remove dirt and debris
  • Identifies health issues in pets, such as ear infections, skin conditions or tooth decay, and informs pet owners
  • Provides services such as teeth brushing and anal gland expression
  • Maintains cleanliness and hygiene of grooming tools and equipment
  • Provides advice and recommendations to pet owners regarding grooming techniques and products

Where they work

Other Services

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
26.5%
VIC
25.8%
QLD
23.4%
WA
12.3%
SA
7.8%
TAS
2.2%
ACT
1.9%
NT
0.4%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Pet Groomer.

No qualification pathways published on training.gov.au yet.