Does the Zoomin Groomin training program include on-the-job training for creating a groomer ad?
Zoomin_Groomin Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| TRAINING PROGRAM Topic | In Person Training (Hrs) | On-the Job Training (Hrs) | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission, Vision & Core Values | 0.5 | 0 | Note 1 | |
| Zoomin Groomin's Top 10 | 0.5 | 0 | ||
| Starting a Business, Entity Setup, | 1 | 0 | ||
| and Insurance | ||||
| Requirements | ||||
| Pricing and Review of Our Services | 1 | 0 | ||
| Day 1 | Budgeting | 1 | 0 | |
| Accounting – | 1 | 0 | ||
| Royalty Collection Process | ||||
| Common Dog Breeds | 1 | 0 | ||
| Groomer Basics | 1 | 0 | ||
| Hiring Staffing of Groomers | 1 | 0 | ||
| Create Your Groomer Ad | 1 | 0 | ||
| Client Relations, Customer Dialog | 1 | 0 | ||
| Updating Your Google My Business Profile and | 0.5 | 0 | ||
| Hours | ||||
| Canva | 1 | 0 | ||
| Day 2 | Creating Your Ad Account to Place Facebook Ads for | 0.5 | 0 | |
| Advertising | ||||
| Social Media Tips | 1 | 0 | ||
| Community Events | 1 | 0 | ||
| Keywords & Phrases | 1 | 0 | ||
| Meet | 1 | 0 | ||
| Your | ||||
| Van | ||||
| Videos, | ||||
| Review | ||||
| Maintenance | ||||
| Schedule, and Van Procedures | ||||
| Visit a Van in Person | 1.5 | 0 | ||
| Day 3 | Meet Zoomin Groomin's Supplies and Vendors | 1 | 0 | |
| Quick Links | 1 | 0 | ||
| Marketing Strategy & Action Plans | 1.5 | 0 | ||
| TRAINING PROGRAM Topic | In Person Training (Hrs) | On-the Job Training (Hrs) | Location | |
| -------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------- | ------------------------------------ | ---------- | |
| Zoomin Groomin's Brand Guide | 1 | 0 | ||
| Introduction to Our Appointment Setting Software | 1 | 0 | ||
| Groomer Interviews | 1 | 0 | ||
| Total | 24 | 0 |
Source: Item 11 — **FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 27–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Zoomin Groomin Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial training program includes a segment on creating a groomer ad. Specifically, the training matrix details a 1-hour in-person training session dedicated to this topic. However, the training program does not offer any on-the-job training hours for creating a groomer ad.
This means that while franchisees will receive classroom-style instruction on how to create effective advertisements for groomers, they will not receive any hands-on, practical experience in this area during the initial training. This is a potential drawback for franchisees who prefer to learn by doing or who lack prior experience in advertising or marketing.
Prospective Zoomin Groomin franchisees should consider this when evaluating the training program and may want to inquire about additional support or resources for advertising and marketing. While the FDD mentions guidance on hiring and training employees, and assistance to obtain vehicle, equipment, signs, opening inventory, and supplies, it does not elaborate on ongoing marketing support beyond the initial training and access to the advertising fund. Franchisees might want to ask Zoomin Groomin about ongoing support for ad creation and marketing strategies after the initial training is completed.