Flea, Tick, and Parasite Response Procedure

Flea, Tick, and Parasite Response Procedure

OVERVIEW Fleas and other parasites can spread quickly through grooming areas, kennels, tools, towels, floors, tubs, and other surfaces. This SOP establishes a consistent response when parasites are disclosed before an appointment or discovered during grooming,...
Flea, Tick, and Parasite Response Procedure

Blade, Shear, and Tool Disinfection Procedure

OVERVIEW Grooming tools move from pet to pet throughout the day and can transfer hair, skin debris, dirt, saliva, urine, feces, blood, fleas, parasites, bodily fluids, and other contamination when they are not properly cleaned and disinfected. Tool condition can also...
Flea, Tick, and Parasite Response Procedure

Kennel and Holding Area Sanitation Procedure

OVERVIEW Kennels, crates, holding pens, drying cages, daycare holding areas, and temporary holding spaces can become sources of odor, waste, bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, and cross-contamination when sanitation is not handled consistently. This SOP establishes...
Flea, Tick, and Parasite Response Procedure

Sanitation Schedule and Cleaning Checklist

OVERVIEW This SOP creates a consistent sanitation schedule for grooming and pet care environments. It separates cleaning responsibilities into between-pet sanitation, daily cleaning, end-of-day reset, weekly deep cleaning, monthly or scheduled maintenance, and...
Flea, Tick, and Parasite Response Procedure

Injury Response and Client Notification Procedure

OVERVIEW This SOP establishes a standardized process for responding when an injury, possible injury, medical concern, or safety concern occurs during grooming or pet care. It focuses on immediate safety, appropriate notification, clear client communication, veterinary...