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Groomer intake form pet owner prefill guide
A groomer’s intake form runs faster when the owner prefills the basics. The groomer can then focus on the pet, not the paperwork.
The Driyu team
Pet safety editorial
Quick answer: Prefill: name, age, breed, recent vaccines (rabies certificate required), any recent medical or current medications, sensitivities (ears, paws, anal glands), today’s ask (length, finish), behavior at the table, allergies, emergency contact.
What to prefill
- Pet name, age, breed
- Vaccines (rabies date essential; many groomers require)
- Current medications or recent vet visit
- Sensitivities (ears, paws, anal glands — vet only)
- Today’s ask (length, finish, paw pad, sanitary)
- Behavior at the table (who handles well, what triggers)
- Allergies
- Owner phone for the visit
Why prefilling helps
The 5 minutes you save at intake is 5 minutes the groomer spends gently introducing your pet to the table. Quality of grooming benefits.
How Driyu fits
Driyu profile carries the durable info (vaccines, medications, allergies, vet contact). Copy onto the groomer’s form or have the groomer accept the printed summary.
Related reads from Driyu
- Dog grooming notes for your groomer
- Cat grooming and mat prevention notes
- Groomer/daycare/boarding intake checklist
Sources and further reading
- National Dog Groomers Association
- National Cat Groomers Institute of America
- Fear Free Pets — Low-stress grooming
Frequently asked questions
Why do groomers require rabies certificate?
Most local jurisdictions require it for public-facing pet businesses. Helps protect staff and other pets.
What about medication?
Note any topicals, oral medications, or recent vet treatments. Groomers adjust handling accordingly.
Do I have to fill in everything?
Pre-filling helps. Some fields can be filled at intake; others are essential.
Can I email the form ahead?
Many groomers prefer it. Ask.
