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Veterinary Groomer Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Mayfair Animal Hospital

Groomer

Cary, NC · On-site

Veterinary Support at Your Fingertips One of the most unique benefits of grooming within an animal hospital is access to veterinary support when needed. Challenging feline grooming appointments ...

Colony Park Animal Hospital

Groomer

Durham, NC · On-site

Check in clients and coordinate with medical team to ensure patients receive required veterinary services as needed Requirements: * Previous experience as a pet groomer with proficiency in various ...

Pet Paradise

Pet Stylist / Groomer - Cary

Apex, NC · On-site

If you have a pet of your own, they can enjoy complimentary Pet Day Camp, Boarding and discounts on grooming and veterinary care at all our locations and clinics. You will benefit from ongoing ...

Pet Paradise

Pet Stylist / Groomer - Cary

Apex, NC · On-site

If you have a pet of your own, they can enjoy complimentary Pet Day Camp, Boarding and discounts on grooming and veterinary care at all our locations and clinics. You will benefit from ongoing ...

Wendell Animal Hospital

Dog Groomer

Wendell, NC · On-site

Why Wendell Animal Hospital Wendell Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital serving ... As a Pet Groomer, you will be responsible for providing high-quality grooming services while ...

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How much do veterinary groomer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for veterinary groomer in Raleigh, NC is $22.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.67 and $28.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a veterinary groomer?

Veterinary Groomers are professionals trained to provide grooming services such as bathing, brushing, trimming, and nail clipping for animals, typically in a veterinary clinic or animal hospital setting. Unlike standard pet groomers, they often work closely with veterinarians to ensure the health and comfort of pets, especially those with medical conditions or special needs. Veterinary Groomers play a key role in maintaining animal hygiene, detecting potential health issues, and supporting the overall well-being of pets. Their work may also include handling anxious or medically fragile animals and assisting with pre- or post-surgical grooming.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a veterinary groomer?

To thrive as a Veterinary Groomer, you need expertise in animal handling, grooming techniques, and a basic understanding of animal health and behavior, often supported by a grooming certification or relevant experience. Familiarity with grooming tools, pet-safe products, and scheduling or record-keeping software is typically required. Patience, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help build trust with both pets and their owners. These skills are vital for ensuring animal safety, delivering high-quality grooming services, and maintaining client satisfaction.

What are some common challenges veterinary groomers face when working with anxious or aggressive animals?

Veterinary Groomers often encounter pets who are anxious or display aggressive behaviors, especially in unfamiliar environments. Handling these situations requires patience, gentle restraint techniques, and strong communication skills to help calm both the animal and its owner. Groomers may collaborate closely with veterinarians and veterinary technicians to ensure the pet's safety and comfort, sometimes using mild sedation under veterinary supervision if necessary. Developing trust with the animal over repeated visits is key to making grooming a positive experience for everyone involved.

What is the difference between Veterinary Groomer vs Pet Stylist?

AspectVeterinary GroomerPet Stylist
CertificationsGrooming certification, veterinary assistant trainingGrooming certification, cosmetology or pet styling courses
Work EnvironmentVeterinary clinics, animal hospitalsPet salons, grooming shops
Employer & IndustryVeterinary practices, animal healthcarePet grooming salons, pet boutiques

Veterinary Groomers and Pet Stylists both groom animals, but Veterinary Groomers have additional veterinary-related training, allowing them to handle animals with medical issues and work within veterinary clinics. Pet Stylists primarily focus on aesthetic grooming in salons. While both roles involve grooming skills, Veterinary Groomers are equipped to address health concerns alongside grooming, making their roles more integrated with animal healthcare.

Where do veterinary groomers make the most money?

Veterinary groomers tend to earn higher salaries in regions with a higher cost of living and greater demand for pet services, such as urban areas or affluent communities. Experience, certifications, and the type of employer also influence earnings, with specialized or high-end grooming salons often offering higher pay.

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Infographic showing various Veterinary Groomer job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,640 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Groomer

Mayfair Animal Hospital

Cary, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Perform pet grooming services, including bathing, trimming, and styling, to meet client standards.

  • Handle challenging grooming cases with veterinary support, including situations requiring sedation or special evaluation.

  • Maintain a clean and organized grooming area, including grooming tubs, tables, and kennel facilities.

Job description

 

Premier Pet Groomer Opportunity – Grow Your Career at Mayfair Animal Hospital


Are you an experienced pet groomer looking for more than just another grooming salon? Do you envision working in a facility that offers the support, resources, and growth potential to elevate your grooming career to the next level?


Mayfair Animal Hospital is seeking a highly skilled professional groomer to join our team and work alongside a beloved groomer with over 20 years of experience. Due to overwhelming demand, she is currently booking months in advance and is unable to accept new clients. We are looking for an accomplished groomer whose skills and professionalism can match the high standards our clients have come to expect.


What Makes This Opportunity Different?

Veterinary Support at Your Fingertips

One of the most unique benefits of grooming within an animal hospital is access to veterinary support when needed. Challenging feline grooming appointments, severe matting cases, or pets that become overly stressed can be evaluated by our veterinary team. In appropriate cases, doctor-assisted sedation may be available, allowing groomers to safely perform necessary lion cuts and other procedures that would be difficult or impossible with a fully awake patient.


A Grooming Facility Built for Success

Our grooming department is already equipped with:

  • Three grooming tubs
  • Three grooming tables
  • Ample workspace for multiple groomers
  • A large kennel facility for comfortable pre- and post-grooming accommodations, including larger breed dogs
  • Veterinary staff support when needed

Unlike many standalone grooming businesses where space is limited, our facility provides room for pets to be safely housed and monitored throughout the day.


Established Client Demand

The demand already exists. Our current groomer has built an exceptional reputation over two decades and maintains a loyal client base that continues to grow. New client requests regularly exceed our current capacity, creating an immediate opportunity for the right groomer to step into a busy schedule.


Opportunity for Growth and Expansion

For the right individual—or even an established grooming team—the possibilities extend far beyond simply filling appointment slots.

We have the space, client demand, and institutional support to significantly expand our grooming services. We envision the potential for grooming to become a premier destination and featured service within our community, rather than simply something Mayfair Animal Hospital happens to offer.

If you have entrepreneurial ambitions, this could be a rare opportunity to partner with an established veterinary hospital while building and growing your own grooming clientele and reputation.


Who We're Looking For

  • Experienced professional groomers with advanced grooming skills
  • Individuals comfortable handling a variety of breeds and coat types
  • Groomers who take pride in quality, consistency, and customer service
  • Candidates seeking long-term career growth rather than simply another grooming position
  • Independent, motivated professionals who want to help shape the future of a growing grooming department


A Unique Partnership Opportunity

If you're searching for the right environment to expand your growing grooming business or "grooming empire," Mayfair Animal Hospital offers resources that are difficult to find elsewhere: veterinary support, established demand, ample facility space, experienced mentorship, and room for future expansion.


We're not simply looking to hire a groomer—we're looking for the right partner to help build one of the area's premier grooming destinations.

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact us to discuss how we can grow together.

This version is written to appeal both to individual groomers looking for stable employment and to ambitious groomers who may be interested in building or expanding a larger grooming operation.


Educational Requirements:

  • Professional grooming certification

  • Minimum age requirement of 18 years old

Benefits:

  • Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance offered

  • 401k offered  3% employer match

  • PTO and sick pay offered and increases with longevity of employment

  • Uniform allowance

  • Great pet care discount

  • Friendly and compassionate work environment