Professional Pet Stylist

N2657 Hartman Creek Rd. Waupaca, WI 54981 715-258-7389

Mission
To continue to advance in excellence in my 23-year professional full-time career as a pet stylist, further my knowledge through continuing education and provide my clients with the best possible care and service.

Employment

Critter Cleaners, Indianapolis, IN
December 1983- March 1986
Founder/Owner, Sole Stylist

Buttons & Bows, Carpentersville, IL
July 1987- September 1989
Pet Stylist, Assistant Manager of a busy, two-stylist salon.

South Barrington Animal Hospital, South Barrington, IL
Posh Pets- September 1989- May 1991
Created, Managed and Operated a very successful one-stylist salon in an upscale animal clinic.

Buttons & Bows, Carpentersville, IL
May 1991- February 1994
Pet Stylist and Consultant to new salon owner.

Hartman Creek Pet Center, Waupaca, WI
March 1994- Present
Founder/Owner, Manager and Lead Stylist

Education

Midwest School of Dog Grooming, Chicago, IL
Professional Pet Stylist Program Graduate, 1982
Graduated with honors, receiving a 98% on final exam

Wisconsin Dept. Of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Certified and Licensed Animal Pesticide Applicator, 1994 and 1999 (recertification every 5 years)
98% score on exam
Decided not to recertify in 2006 - using natural alternatives to registered pesticides and recommending spot-on type treatments to clients.

Minnesota Dog Groomers Association Contest and Seminar, Minneapolis, MN
Attended Continuing Education Seminars, October 1995
Competitor - Novice Terrier Class with a Scottish Terrier

University of Illinois, Veterinary School, Urbana, IL
Feline Behavioral Seminar, March 1996

Arlington Academy of Animal Arts, Chicago, IL
Animal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification, August 1996

International Professional Groomers, Inc.
Member Since 1994
Terrier Certification, October 1996
Received 95% on final practical exam.
Currently studying for other group certifications and Master Groomer status.

All American Grooming Contest and Seminar, Chicago, IL.
Attended Continuing Education Seminars Every Year, August 1988- 2005
Competitor, 1997, Novice Terrier class with a Kerry Blue Terrier

Enhanced Service

• Experienced in all-breed Dog and Cat Grooming. Also, wing feather clipping on birds and nail trims for birds and small animals.
• Able to communicate effectively with owners to create attractive and practical styles for their pet.
• Proficient in recognition of potential medical problems and referral to Veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment.
• Able to provide client education for healthy coat and skin maintenance.
• Extensive knowledge of different shampoo types and appropriate applications.
• Experienced in the humane handling of very young and geriatric pets.
• Can work with behavior modification for difficult-to-handle pets.
• Expertise in hand-stripping (terriers and sporting breeds).
• Very proficient in hand-scissoring (longer styles).
• Knowledge of many breeds and their special needs (i.e., many Bichons have allergies and should have hypo-allergenic shampoo).
• Knowledge in the use of state-of-the-art equipment and grooming products.

Other

Humane Society of Waupaca County
Member Since 1994 Board Member Since 1995
Vice President 1996 - 2003
Treasurer 2003 to present
Creator and Administrator of cat adoption program, PURRfect Companions 1995-1997
Currently assisting with the administration and management of the animal shelter
Publicity, Public Relations, Fund Raising
Web site design and maintenance

Greater Waupaca Area Red Cross
Board Member 1998 - 2003
Secretary and Executive Committee 2001 - 2003

Puppy Love Dog Rescue and Adoptions
Created and administer this small, privately funded rescue November 2004

Additional information and references available upon request.

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