The Barkroom Chat
The Home Groomers Podcast - Start & Scale your home-based dog grooming business
Welcome to The Barkroom Chat — the go-to podcast for women who dream of turning their love for dogs into a thriving home-based grooming business.
Whether you're just getting started or ready to grow your grooming side hustle into a full-time career, you're in the right place.
Each week, we dive into real talk, practical strategies, and inspiring stories to help you build a business that fits your life — not the other way around. From pricing, bookings, and customer service to holiday promos, mindset shifts, and staying sane behind the scissors — we cover it all.
Hosted by Linda Roche, founder of Glossy Pup Academy, The Barkroom Chat is your cozy corner of the internet where passion meets profit — with a splash of dog hair.
Grab a cuppa, step into the Barkroom, and let’s grow your grooming biz — Together we can change the world, One dog at a time 🐾
The Barkroom Chat
Latest Episodes
Ep 33 - The ‘Old-School’ Marketing Trick That Filled My Grooming Diary Fast
When you’re building your home-based dog grooming business, it can feel like everything has to happen online… social media, websites, algorithms.But what if one of the most powerful ways to get clients was actually much simpler ...
Ep 32 - How to Get Recommended by Everyone in Your Local Area
In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most powerful (and underrated) ways to grow your home-based dog grooming business — local partnerships.You’ll learn how to connect with businesses already serving your ideal clients, build tr...
Ep 31 - Word-of-Mouth Magic: How to Get Clients Talking About Your Home Salon
Want more dream clients without spending money on ads or constantly posting online?In this episode, we’re diving into the magic of word-of-mouth marketing — and how you can intentionally create a home grooming experience ...
Ep 30 - How to Cut Down Waste in Your Grooming Business (Without Increasing Costs)
Running a home-based grooming business comes with its own set of challenges—tight margins, limited space, and the constant pressure to stay organised.But one thing that often goes unnoticed?Waste.In this episode, we’...
Ep 29 - How to Market Yourself as an Eco-Friendly Dog Groomer (Without Greenwashing)
Sustainability matters more than ever—but when it comes to marketing your dog grooming business, it can feel confusing, overwhelming, or even a bit… performative.In this episode, we’re breaking down how to position yourself as an eco-con...