GET TO KNOW ME

I'm Karen, mum of two children and also my beloved 3 year old dog Ernie.

City & Guilds Qualified since 2009, dog grooming isn't just my career, it is my passion.

I willingly spend many hours each year at my own financial cost, attending grooming shows, webinars, seminars, and training courses.

Some of these courses might have a specific breed focus, such as Cockapoos, others have included Canine dermatology, Rear angulation, Front angulation, scissoring techniques, plus a styling seminar with Colin Taylor, and personal scissoring tuition with multiple "Groomer of the Year" winner Alison Rogers.

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None of these are compulsory for my role, however I believe they make me stand out from the crowd in an increasingly busy industry, making me a better, more informed and well rounded groomer, enabling me to give a very high quality professional service.

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Over the years, I have competed in National grooming competition Premier Groom, earning a distinction for my hand scissored Cavapoo, and also The Great British Grooming Show.

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I have undertaken Canine First Aid courses and am confident in handling all breeds of dog.

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The previous owner of Karen's WAGS, Lymm, I returned to grooming in early 2021, after time off to be a mum. No more busy salon for me though, I now work part time from my home in Appleton on a personal ONE TO ONE basis. This allows me to take my time with your dog and offer a calm personalised grooming experience. 

I don't use drying cabinets, and always work at a comfortable pace for each dog. 

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I'm always happy to give advice on your dog's grooming schedule and home maintenance, and will work with you as an owner to give your dog a manageable and attractive style.

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Unfortunately, due to the size of my dog bath, I currently only groom small to medium sized breeds (anything upto Springer spaniel / Cockapoo size is fine).  

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