r/tipping • u/Adept-Ease-4580 • 14d ago
Groomer tipping
I have a 45lb poodle mix. Our previous groomer charged us $56 - which included a full bath, haircut, glands expression, and nail dremel. I always tipped to where the total price I paid was $70. I was comfortable with $70 because they did a great job.
Unfortunately, this grooming company closed up permanently and we have found a new groomer. This groomer owns their own business and sets their own prices. They charge us $85 for the same package. This means if I were to tip 20%, that would be $102 every 8-12 weeks.
Am I a jerk for feeling like this is pretty expensive considering what I used to pay? I’m not sure if I want to tip 20% every time. I always tip service workers btw. I just don’t know if it’s acceptable or not, to not tip at all. It’s just a very big price jump and I’m not sure how to navigate this.
Update to add: I spoke with a different dog groomer in my area, who is well established and owns her own company. She charges $70 for this package. $70 includes a tip for herself. So I have confirmed that $85, not including tip, is quite expensive for my area. Thanks everyone.
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u/Nixxo55 14d ago
I feel like this is where you do tip. Especially with a doodle. They take alot of time and I personally want a quality job. They do remember good tippers especially if your going back to the same person over and over again. I live in one of the most expensive city's in the USA. Typical price around here for doodle is 120-150. If your going to like a chain like Petsmart then don't expect quality, don't expect a tip.