Pet grooming for sale in Canada

Rules vary by municipality. Confirm business and pet-establishment licensing, zoning, inspections and any required grooming endorsement for the exact address, then establish whether approvals stay with the corporation or require a fresh application.

Measure repeat bookings by groomer, pet and interval rather than using the customer count alone. Identify clients tied to the owner, verify future appointments, and secure practical staff-retention and transition arrangements before closing.

Inspect tables, tubs, dryers, clippers, laundry equipment, drainage, hot-water capacity, electrical service and ventilation. Review maintenance records and landlord responsibilities, then price immediate replacements and any code-related building work separately.

Review bites, cuts, burns, falls, escapes, animal illness and customer complaints, including insurer notifications and settlements. Compare records with intake waivers, handling protocols, staff training and coverage for animals in care.

Calculate appointments, average ticket, rebooking rate and productive hours for each groomer. Adjust reported profit for owner grooming hours, discounts, no-shows, tips, supplies and realistic wages needed to replace the seller's labour.

Identify deposits, prepaid packages, memberships, gift cards, pending refunds and disputed services. Confirm booking and pet-history records may be transferred lawfully, then assign responsibility for redemption, complaints and chargebacks after completion.