Insurance company unleashes policy for pet groomers

As more Americans pamper their dogs and cats, groomers are becoming the fastest-growing segment of the pet-care industry. This year, pet owners will spend $4.1 billion on grooming and boarding services for Fido and Fluffy, according to the American Pet Products Association.

Like any business owners, groomers deal with their own set of risks: An employee might slip on a wet floor. A client could claim their dog was improperly handled.

FastBusinessInsurance.com , a division of Sandler & Co., now offers insurance policies for pet groomers. Business owners can request a quote on the website. They will be contacted by an A rated carrier that specializes in the pet-grooming industry. Policies include workers' compensation, general liability, property insurance and other products.

For more information, visit FastBusinessInsurance.com's Pet Grooming Services page.

Other resources for pet groomers include:

• Trade magazines Groomer to Groomer or Grooming Business
• National Dog Groomers Association of America
• National Association of Creative Professional Groomers
• PetGroomer.com