Hi, my name is Dara! I've been grooming dogs for about 15 years, and I can't imagine doing anything else! I love dogs, and I love what I do! I have 3 dogs of my own as well.. a Toy Poodle, a Shihtzu/Poodle mix, and a Chihuahua/Italian Greyhound mix. I've been working and volunteering with animals since I was 12 years old, and grew up having multiple dogs, amongst many other pets. I went to school for dog grooming in 2009, then after school I worked under multiple master groomers learning many more techniques and safe handling skills.  I enjoy building a bond of trust with the dogs I groom, and I treat every dog with kindness and respect using gentle handling techniques, patience, and a calm energy. I have experience grooming many dog breeds and personalities from hyper dogs and puppies, to seniors and anxious dogs.  My specialties/favorite breeds to groom are  poodles/poodle mixes, Bichons, Pomeranians, and Shihtzus...but I love working with all dogs... and strive to make all of my doggie clients happy, comfortable, and looking  their best!