1279. Pet Deaths Highlight Need For Regulation Of $6 Billion Grooming Industry.
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1279. Pet Deaths Highlight Need For Regulation Of $6 Billion Grooming Industry.
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Groomer Certification Several high-profile recent pet deaths highlight the possible need for government regulation of the over $6 billion pet grooming industry. Our very own "Dogfather," Joey Villani is spearheading...
show moreSeveral high-profile recent pet deaths highlight the possible need for government regulation of the over $6 billion pet grooming industry. Our very own "Dogfather," Joey Villani is spearheading the move towards regulation for the pet grooming industry.
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