In this Feb. 20 photo, Sylvie Schumacher trims Lilly at My Favorite Place in Dubuque, Iowa. According to market research, the industry, pet grooming is one of the few in the country to see consistently strong gains during the past 10 years. It has nearly doubled in size and keeps growing as pet owners seek luxury services for their animal companions.
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