RETAILER WISHLIST

• Anal gland-expression gloves made out of disposable wipe-type material with soothing oils, nice scents, antibacterial, etc. — Amber Hudson, The Aquarium Pet Store, Weatherford, OK
• Leave-in conditioners with allergy relief, Benadryl-like effects. — Robert Benscoter, Dog Gone Holistic, Lithia, FL
• More topical products for dry skin on dogs. I get asked for that a lot. — Jennifer Silverberg, Fetch Pet Supplies & Gifts, Springfield, MO
• More professional grooming tools such as clippers and scissors available through distributors. — Molly Lewis, Dog River Pet Supplies, Hood River, OR
• Quality realistic chalk colors, reasonably priced finishing products (sprays, dematters, shine, etc). — Savanna Skinner, The Savvy Dog, Longview, WA
• Multi-species nail grinders, sensitive-skin wipes for exotics, waterless/no-rinse coat freshening foam for birds and small mammals. — Victor Santucci Garden State Pet Center, Audubon, NJ
• Vegetable-based direct-dye conditioners. Our grooming partners would offer dye as a service if it was more accessible/on our shelves. — Jennifer Flanagan, Pacific NW Pets Sherwood, Sherwood, OR
• Topical, natural anti-fungal for nails. — Johnna Devereaux, Fetch RI, Richmond, RI
• Labels to inform customers which brush works best for specific coats, such as “Best for Doodles” and “Best for Huskies.” — Rebeca Santos, Pets Love and Happiness, Huntsville, AL
• Longer quick-release table loops. — Heather Miller, Just For Pets, York, PA
• Products that actually work to remove tear stains. — Julie Sterling, Julz Animal Houz, Marysville, WA
• More shampoos and brushing sprays that focus on deshedding for dogs such as Labradors, who don’t necessarily “need” professional grooming but shed like crazy. Owners need all the help they can get doing it as a DIY. — Katherine Ostiguy, Crossbones, Providence, RI
• Small, light-duty clippers for finishing or small spaces, available through distributors. — Susan Weyrauch, Total Dog Company, New Hope, MN
• Disinfecting wipes that are pet safe for therapy dogs entering and exiting hospitals, schools, etc. — Kristi May, Legend Acres, Surprise, AZ
• A shedding rake that doesn’t make the skin red and irritated. More tubs that go all the way to the floor for dogs with weight or mobility issues. Tables with better travel-ability for mobile grooming: collapsing arm storage, castors with locks. Maybe a backpack specifically made to carry grooming supplies: blades, scissors, brushes, etc. — Corey Heenan, Boutique and Pet Spa, Altamont, NY
• More variety available at wholesale prices in the gallon sizes for professional use. — Erin Paitrick, Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Summerville & Moncks Corner, Summerville, SC
• A shampoo that attaches to a garden hose for outdoor shampooing. — Diane Mullen, Winni Paw Station, Wolfeboro, NH
• An affordable slicker brush with longer bristles for Poodle mixes. More quality high-velocity dryers with variable speed and temperature settings. — Cynthia McKinney, Loyl’s Natural Pet Grocery & Groomery, Houston, TX
• More shampoo bars. There are very few available wholesale. I know they are made in all kinds of scents, but we don’t have access to many of them. — Angela Velasquez, The Kitty Bodega, Houston, TX
• Shampoos that also aid in calming. — Pat Schiek, Lucky Dogs, Skaneateles, NY
• More effective breath control for aging dogs! Not just a temporary foam, but something that helps the internal smell! (I know that is technically not “grooming,” but it is a need.) — Penny Murano Unleashed, New London, NH
• More CBD products for skin and coat. — Ruth Sturgis, Dog Daze, North Syracuse, NY
• Reasonably/competitively priced grooming clippers that are not sold online for less than I can buy them. — Bill Trufant, B & B Pet Stop, Mobile, AL
• Quick-drying, anti-bacterial long-lasting floor mats. — Jusak Yang Bernhard, Wag Heaven Pet Supplies and Self-Serve Dog Wash, Georgetown, TX