The Business of Creative Grooming with The Colorful K9

Alex Martin
September 10, 2025

Creative grooming tips, salon success, pricing, hiring & standing out in a crowded market.

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Summary

In our latest episode of The Daily Groomer, I’m chatting with Heidi McRannells, the founder of The Colorful K9 in Sioux Falls. We get into the world of creative grooming and what it really takes to build a successful salon from the ground up. Heidi opens up about everything from pay structure and employee handbooks to finding your niche and standing out in a crowded market. She’s super honest about the challenges too—like pricing, hiring, and keeping clients happy. No matter where you’re at in your grooming journey, there’s something in here you’ll definitely take away.

Timestamps

09:24 Creating a Clear Employee Handbook

14:47 Photographer Boosts Dog Photo Business

19:45 Dog Grooming and Coloring Pricing

25:02 Business Expansion and Staffing Plans

27:00 Achieving Full Bookings in Year One

34:55 Business Owner Financial Preparedness

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