Insert Appropriate “Going To The Dogs” Joke Here

Glad we’ve got everything else in California solved so we can focus on the important stuff:

The new bill, SB 969, proposed by state Sen. Juan Vargas, D-San Diego, would establish licensing standards for dog groomers and dog grooming schools under the Veterinary Medical Board. Violations of the regulations could result in fines of $500 to $2,000 and/or imprisonment of 30 days to a year in jail.

The bill would establish minimum age and education requirements for potential licensees (18 years old and at least a 10th-grade education), impose licensing fees and charge the licensing board with developing standardized written and practical demonstration tests for applicants. In addition, it would require an inspection of every licensed pet groomer in the state each year and mandate that licensees maintain detailed records for two years (“including a list of any chemicals used while performing the services and any medical conditions discovered during the performance of services”).

Forget the budget deficit — make sure Fido’s groomer meets government standards! Because THEY KNOW BEST, doggone (pun intentional) it!