Groomit is an American company which operates the first app for dog and cat owners to schedule in-home and mobile pet grooming for their pets.[3][4] Groomit was founded in 2016 in Yonkers, New York and launched the app in 2017.[2][5] It currently serves communities in New Jersey, Connecticut, New York City, Westchester County, New York, Long Island, New York, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Tampa, Naples, Dallas, Austin Atlanta, Boston, Philadelphia, Denver, Phoenix , San Antonio and Houston.[6][7][8] The company is formally operated as Groomit for Pets, LLC.[8]

Groomit
Company typePrivate
Founded2017; 7 years ago (2017)[1]
Founders
  • Sohel Kapadia[2]
  • Anna Zege[2]
  • Tino Patel[2]
  • Lars Rissmann[1]
Headquarters,
U.S.
Area served
ServicesPet grooming
Websitewww.groomit.me

Groomit offers a marketplace of pet stylists and groomers that pet owners can connect with for a variety of services including haircuts, shampoos, nail clippings, and ear cleanings.[3]

History

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Groomit was launched in 2016, offering its services in the New York City metropolitan area, including Connecticut, New Jersey, and Westchester County, New York.[8] Its headquarters is based in Yonkers, just north of New York City.[9]

In June 2017, Groomit launched its mobile app.[5]

In May 2018, Groomit expanded to San Diego, California.[9]

In May 2021, Groomit introduced mobile grooming, besides in-home service, and is expanding into more markets.

Services

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Groomit offers a network of groomers and stylists for users to schedule appointments with through the app. Groomit meets with each groomer in person, verifies skill level, and conducts background checks before they are eligible to make in-home and mobile grooming appointments.[10][11] Each appointment is insured by Groomit and the company offers training sessions for new groomers.[4][10]

Groomit offers silver, eco, and gold packages for both cats and dogs.[12]

Notable users

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In June of 2019, former Real Housewives of New York City star Jill Zarin was spotted using the app by OK! Magazine.[13]

References

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  1. ^ a b "AGroomit Launches Groundbreaking Mobile App for On-Demand Pet Grooming Services". PRLog. May 2018.
  2. ^ a b c d "Groomit for Pets". Retrieved December 5, 2019.
  3. ^ a b "On Demand Apps". NBC 4 New York. 13 September 2018 – via New York Live.
  4. ^ a b "Best Apps for Dog Owners". American Kennel Club. Archived from the original on December 5, 2019. Retrieved December 5, 2019.
  5. ^ a b "Groomit App Introduction". YouTube. June 2017.
  6. ^ Langtry, Cecille (May 2019). "Get Your Pet Picture-Perfect With Groomit".
  7. ^ Kaysen, Ronda (July 23, 2020). "House Calls for Everything!" – via NYTimes.com.
  8. ^ a b c "NYS Department of State Division of Corporations Entity Information:Groomit for Pets, LLC". Retrieved December 4, 2019.
  9. ^ a b "Mobile App for On-Demand Pet Grooming Services Launches in Four States". Pet Product News. May 2018.
  10. ^ a b "Essential Purchases for New Dog Owners". Everyday Dog Magazine.
  11. ^ Robert, Yola. "How Anna Zege Made Grooming More Convenient For Pet Owners With GroomIt". Forbes.
  12. ^ Langvin, Salome (June 2019). "Get Your Furry Loved Ones Primped & Pretty". Resident Magazine NY.
  13. ^ Rabb, Jamie (June 14, 2019). "Celebrities Spotted Out and About - Week of June 14th". OK! Magazine.
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