Pet groomer: tasks and pay
- €14 to €18gross per hour, indicative
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What does a pet groomer earn?
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€14 to €18
gross per hour
Estimate by Werkvolk, updated on 15 September 2026.
Indicative Belgian pay range: €14 to €18 gross per hour. Groomers who run their own salon or handle show grooming often earn towards the higher end. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
How do I become a pet groomer? See the guideThe job at a glance
- What you doAs a pet groomer you clip or shave animals so they look neat and well cared for again.
- What you needA calm, patient way with animalsSteady hands and an eye for a neat finish
What does a pet groomer do?
As a pet groomer you clip or shave animals so they look neat and well cared for again. Working as a dog groomer or animal clipper, you identify what care each animal needs, decide on the treatment and prepare the animal before you begin. You groom and clip the coat, suggest aftercare and handle the medical administration. You present and sell products and services, and you disinfect your equipment between clients. This hands-on role working with animals is found across Belgium in grooming salons, pet shops and veterinary settings, where patience and a gentle touch make all the difference.
Typical tasks
- Identify the care each animal needs
- Decide on the right treatment
- Prepare the animal for grooming or care
- Groom and clip the animal's coat
- Suggest suitable aftercare
- Present and sell products and services
- Disinfect the equipment between clients
Required skills
- A calm, patient way with animals
- Steady hands and an eye for a neat finish
- Knowledge of coat types and grooming techniques
- Good hygiene and equipment disinfection habits
- Friendly customer contact and basic sales skills
- A grooming course or trained experience is an asset
Frequently asked questions
What does a pet groomer do?
A pet groomer clips or shaves animals so they look neat and well cared for. You identify what care each animal needs, decide on the treatment, prepare the animal and groom or clip the coat. You also suggest aftercare, handle the administration, sell products and disinfect your equipment between clients.
How much does a pet groomer earn in Belgium?
Indicative Belgian pay range: €14 to €18 gross per hour. Groomers who run their own salon or handle show grooming often earn towards the higher end. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
What can you grow into as a pet groomer?
Specialise in particular coats or develop a grooming business.
In which sectors or environments do you work as a pet groomer?
You work in animal care, mainly in grooming salons, pet shops and sometimes veterinary practices. Your days revolve around dogs and other pets and their owners. It is indoor manual work that combines animal handling with customer contact and light retail.
What is the difference between a pet groomer and a grooming assistant?
A pet groomer works independently, deciding on the treatment, doing the full grooming and advising owners. A grooming assistant supports the groomer, for example by washing, drying and preparing animals, while building up skills. In practice the assistant role is often a stepping stone towards working as a full groomer.