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German shepherds are the second most popular dog breed in the United States.

“Certain breeds require grooming almost constantly,” Rheya says. Many dog breeds lose and regrow hair year-round in a process called shedding. Other breeds, such as poodles, “molt,” or lose their hair only once or twice a year. These kinds of breeds require grooming by a professional every six to eight weeks. “How often you have to groom a dog,” Rheya says, “depends on a lot. But no matter the circumstances, having your dog groomed will always be good for a dog’s physical and emotional health.” According to Rheya, one reason owners have their dog groomed is to build a closer bond. “Bringing your pet to a groomer is one way to show that you care about your dog,” she says. It takes training and many skills to become a dog groomer, but one thing that this career does not require is a college education!

12 CAREERS WITH EARNING POTENTIAL: DOG GROOMER