Meet the Crew

• Certified Professional Dog Groomer [(IPG) International Professional Groomer]
• Private Appointment Groomer (with advanced skill) for special needs Dogs
• Safety in the Salon Certified (The American Kennel Club)
• Safe Handling Certified (The American Kennel Club)
• Brachycephalic Breeds Safety Certified (Barkleigh Productions)
• Red Cross Pet CPR & First Aid Certified 
• IPG (International Professional Groomer) Member 
• NAPPS (National Association of Pet Sitters) Certified in Pet Care
• Cat Care Specialist Certified PSI (Pet Sitters International)
• Brusher/Bather Certified (Barkleigh Productions) 
• Handling Special Needs Dogs Certified (Barkleigh Productions)
• Canine Massage Certified (Barkleigh Productions)
• Feline Safety Certified (Barkleigh Productions)
• Healthy Salon: Sanitation & Disease Prevention Certified (Barkleigh Productions)
• Continuing Education Certified Yearly (Via: Intergroom, Groom Expo, and Pet Industry Conferences)

Like my colleagues, I have always loved animals since I was young. I am a mom to a very cute and fluffy tuxedo cat named Holi (but goes only by Kitty, really). When I was hired at Paws & Anchor as an Assistant Office Manager, I had no idea that I would end up grooming. Eventually, I decided that learning to groom was for me. I’ve spent my time learning as much as possible about the profession so I can be as educated as possible. After years of studying grooming, gaining every industry certification I could get, plenty of hands on experience, and growing with Paws & Anchor, I was promoted to Assistant Salon Manager. I think it is important to be as knowledgeable as you can when it comes to your career, especially when it comes to caring for people’s pets. I love being able to work in a cageless salon that puts health, care,and safety above all. And of course, making sure all the pets that leave our salon are happy and adorable!

• Red Cross Pet CPR & First Aid
• AKC S.A.F.E. Salon Certified
• Fear Free Shelter Certified
• Continuing Education Certified Yearly (Via: Intergroom, Groom Expo, and Pet Industry Conferences)

I've always been the shy kid growing up, unless I'm around animals. That's always been, and still is, what gets me to come out of my shell. Because of this, I knew I was meant to work with animals so I would never have to go back into my shell again. I've worked as a dog walker, a doggy daycare attendant, and even in adoptions at an animal shelter. Now that I'm a part of the Paws & Anchor Crew, I've been able to work with dogs in a way I never have and while I may not always be directly interacting with the dogs all the time while I'm here, being surrounded by like-minded people with similar ethics and values, it's truly helped cement into place that this is what I'm meant to do with my life and I'm grateful that I'm able to continue to learn and grow with everyone else with access to continuing education and knowledgeable coworkers.

• Certified Professional Dog Groomer [(IPG) International Professional Groomer]
• Red Cross Pet CPR & First Aid Certified
• IPG (International Professional Groomer) Member 
• Grooming Technician Certificate from The Paragon School of Dog Grooming
• Pet Groomer Certificate from The Paragon School of Dog Grooming
• Canine Massage Certified (Barkleigh Productions)
• Healthy Salon: Sanitation & Disease Prevention Certified (Barkleigh Productions)
• Continuing Education Certified Yearly (Via: Intergroom, Groom Expo, and Pet Industry Conferences)

I started working with animals at a young age and discovered my passion for them very early on. I have always had pets of my own and currently have a 12 year old Havachon named Baci and an orange 11 month old Domestic Short Hair named Finn. My pets are my babies and you can trust me to treat your fur babies as my own! I have worked in several animal-related fields and businesses from veterinarians to pet resorts, however Paws and Anchor is most definitely the most caring and welcoming place for both pets and their parents! I am trained in first aid for cats and dogs, and have experience handling nervous and aggressive dogs as well. I’m very excited to grow with Paws and Anchor and can’t wait to meet all of your adorable pets!

• Certified Professional Dog Groomer [(IPG) International Professional Groomer]
• Assistant Groomer to Private Grooming Appointments (for Cats, Rabbits & special needs Dogs)
• Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certified
• Healthy Salon: Sanitation and Disease Prevention Certified (Barkleigh Productions)
• Pet Groomer Certificate from The Paragon School of Dog Grooming
• Canine Massage Certificate (Barkleigh Productions)
• Brachycephalic Breeds Safety Certificate (Barkleigh Productions)
• Continuing Education Certified Yearly (Via: Intergroom, Groom Expo, and Pet Industry Conferences)

I have always had a great love for animals, especially dogs. I grew up with a few dogs and we even added cats to the family as I got older. While in college I finally realized how fun and rewarding working with puppies can be. I worked with the Rutgers University Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program, where I worked with dogs with many different personalities and helped them work through a wide range of fears. Even though the base of where I started is with puppies, it is all applicable to dogs of different ages. By working here at Paws & Anchor I have only added to my previous skills with the help of my coworkers and the continuing education programs I have attended. I look forward to meeting everyone's dogs, but please feel free to send your puppies my way!

• Red Cross Pet CPR & First Aid Certified
• IPG (International Professional Groomer) Member
• Pet Groomer Certificate from The Paragon School of Dog Grooming
• Continuing Education Certified Yearly (Via: Intergroom, Groom Expo, and Pet Industry Conferences)

My obsession with animals started when my mom’s chihuahua had more priority over her lap than I did as a kindergartner. I grew up always with a pet in the house, no matter whose house I was in - dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, birds and even the oddball herptile. I have always wanted to work with animals and started leaning toward grooming when my mother and I rescued my (currently 6 year old) Schnauzer. When we brought him back home he was a matted disaster, and we were so new to the area we didn’t know where to find a groomer. That being said, I didn’t want to leave him like that-so I went to Kmart, picked up the most professional-looking clipper I could find, and began grooming him myself. I ended up teaching myself the basics over the years, and started working and educating myself professionally in 2021. by attending grooming school and gaining hands-on professional experience. Today I have three dogs; a 3 year old chihuahua “Nacho”, a 16 year old silky terrier “Jet”, and the aforementioned Schnauzer “Bigote” (spanish for mustache!). I work at Paws & Anchor as a groomer and I enjoy my time here both for the high quality care we give to clients, and for the opportunity to learn new tricks and techniques I wouldn’t’ve been able to learn on my own.

• Assistant to Private Grooming Appointments (for Cats, Rabbits & special needs Dogs)
• Red Cross Pet CPR & First Aid Certified
• Student of Penn Foster Pet Grooming School
• Continuing Education Certified Yearly (Via: Intergroom, Groom Expo, and Pet Industry Conferences)

I’ve always had a huge passion for animals. my whole life I have had dogs, cats, lizards, bunnies, and hamsters. Wherever you see me, you will see my dogs right by my side. I have two cats, Kitty and Mila, and I also have two dogs, Brooklyn and Piper. Piper is 5 years old and my family and I have had her since she was a puppy. Watching her grow up has been the most amazing experience for me. She is the reason I wanted to work with animals. Brooklyn is also 5 years old, I recently rescued her from Houston, Texas. After completing high school, I decided to pursue my dream of becoming a professional dog groomer. I’ve enrolled in a dog grooming school, where I’m learning the basics of grooming, such as bathing, brushing, and trimming. I’m also learning about dog anatomy, breed characteristics, and coat types. My job is to assist the groomers with bathing, drying, and prepping the dogs for grooming. I also help with cleaning and maintaining the salon. Working as a grooming assistant is a great learning experience for me. I get to work with experienced groomers who teach me advanced grooming techniques, such as breed-specific styles and creative grooming. I’m also learning how to handle different types of dogs and how to communicate effectively with clients. I know there's still a lot to learn. I'm always looking for ways to improve my skills and expand my knowledge. Luckily, I've come across Nicole, Paws & Anchor, and their awesome team.