PetSmart lured prospective dog groomers with promises of ‘free’ paid training, only to trap them into staying with the ...

Technically, dog groomers don’t need any license or certification to operate in the U.S. Regardless of the law, most groomers complete training before they start working professionally.

Pet grooming is big business, with owners expected to spend some $6.11 billion on services this year, according to the American Pet Products Association.