A dogs appearance and comfort is created by caring owners who understand the need for coat care and value their pets welfare. Professional grooming is necessary to maintain healthy skin & coat but also to style appropriately according to each families lifestyle.

Cats need to be groomed on a regular routine to maintain a matt free, healthy coat care. They have naturally greasy coats which they cannot degrease themselves, they can only lick the hair.

Most people think Creative grooming isn’t very popular on the street and is only for grooming competitions but …. if you look a little closer, there is a little creativity in most grooms, from extreme creations to a tiny hint to make the dog look better.

Grooming is a fabulous career choice but not for the faint hearted. Some dogs can be unruly or even aggressive so correct training is crucial to achieve a well finished groom with a happy dog and happy groomer. knowledge is key.

The IPDGA (Irish Professional Dog Grooming Association) is my family outside of my own home. The organization is run by groomers, for groomers who all believe in continual professional education and pushing ones skills as far as possible. Ive been on the committee for years and its a pleasure to be involved in such a great group. Fabulous friends x

iPET Newtork courses are the way forward in the grooming industry. The level 3 course is brilliant for people to confidently start grooming with education, knowledge and back up from experts for their entire career.

NEW level 4 higher course is being launched March 2021 and is for those who choose to exel and want to show their expertise and knowledge skills.

City and Guilds was the only option of qualification back in the day, so I sat them as I’m a huge believer in education. Was really good as I learnt a lot of extra material and facts that have actually been beneficial over the years.

My own pets are poodles and we have worked hard to have Irish and International Champions in our family. I’ve been on the committee for a good few years and am looking forward to FCI Shows when they re commence.