Goodrich-Although Brad Rice comes to work on two feet, most of his clientele arrives on four.
Rice, owner of B.R. Pet Groomers, at 7461 State Road in Goodrich, specializes in catering to the needs of canine and feline friends, not to mention feathered friends too.
He opened the business in February, 2003 after being in the pet business for six years at Oakland Veterinary Emergency, Independence Animal Hospital and Bonnie’s Pet Parlour.
The Oxford/Ortonville native is no stranger to the community. Rice said he enjoys the people in this community and appreciates their kindness.
‘I’ve always had a love for animals, even at a young age. I treat them with care and provide a safe place for them,? said Rice.
Rice works with natural and herbal products, never using drugs or tranquilizers to sedate hyperactive or hard to work with animals. Rice features two bathing units, a power drying unit with a non-heating element so the animal is not too hot, and an environment that the animal feels nothing but pampered in.
‘We just try and offer a better service than those in the area. The animals are in and out within two hours and the client can stay and watch the process if they want.?
While some groomers may not tend to the needs of big and often shy dogs, Rice has a special table that’s very low to the ground to make the process less intimidating. He also has the option of using a belly harness, which prevents the dog from slipping.
Rice’s love for animals doesn’t stop at five o’clock. He does a lot of work with Adopt-A-Pet of Fenton Township. He takes the dogs and cats in his care with no homes to the vet regularly and to Pet Smart every Sunday.
‘We’ve had a few instances where strays have been left in a box and I’ll take responsibility for them and provide initial shots. When someone wants to adopt them, I also like to see the paperwork stating they have been spayed or neutered. It cuts down on the chances of that happening again.?
With Rice’s bird breeding background, he is happy to trim bird’s nails and wings. Eventually, he would like to become a pet supply store to make it more convenient for the customers.
Currently B.R. Pet Groomers distributes products such as Earth Bath shampoos and conditioners, tea tree oil ear cleaner, skin and itch relief products for hot spots, and other natural products.
B.R. Pet Groomers offers rescue discounts and first time customers receive $5 off.
Call B.R. Pet Groomers at (810) 636-2890.