Elizabeth Torres
Hi my name is Liza. I am from San Antonio, Texas and I have been in grooming for over 20 years. I have worked in a salon most of my career and I now own a mobile grooming company by the name of Lavish Pets. I create social media content sharing education on pet grooming, products, and overall grooming life tips. I also constantly continue my own education. I absolutely LOVE what I do and I am great full to be a part of the grooming world. I am married, I have 2 kiddos and 4 pups of my own. I enjoy reading, music, and obsessively cleaning on my off time. I am sponsored by Fort Worth Shaver/Groomer Supply House and I am so blessed to be part of such an amazing supportive team. 🧿
Zakayla Riley
Hi, I am Zakayla Riley, owner of Pawpin’ Pawz Luxury Mobile Grooming in Cincinnati, OH. I have been grooming for 4 years and just started competing this year in salon freestyle! My goal is to move up to Poodles and/or other purebreds and to become a NCMG. My passion lies in helping high anxiety, fearful and senior dogs have comfortable grooming experiences. I am currently becoming a Master Groomer Behavior Specialist through the Whole Pet Grooming Academy. When I am not grooming you can usually find me in a class, seminar or spending time with my dogs. Groomer Supply House delivers only the highest quality of tools and I am honored to be apart of this team, as well as to my amazing sponsors Dennis and Tonya Brooks with Sharp Edges Sharpening Service in Illinois.
Anneli Burke
Hi, my name is Anneli, and I’m a dog groomer in Pittsburgh, PA where I own a small salon called Pawsitive Transfurmations. :) I’m a competition groomer who’s always striving to put out a better groom than the one I did before, and I’m also passionate about creative positive spaces in the industry - both for our clients and for our peers. When I’m not in the salon or in the competition ring, I’m probably either doing dog sports, or hiding in the woods somewhere with my son and at least one of my five dogs. I am sponsored by David Garza of Dave's Real Sharp Sharpening.
Scott Wasserman
Hi, my name is Scott Wasserman. I’m a former Groomteam USA member and I’m now an internationally recognized contest judge and educator. My passion for providing continuing education drives me to help groomers achieve their own goals, whether it’s improving their salon grooms or succeeding in the contest and show rings. I am sponsored by Dennis and Tonya Brooks with Sharp Edges Sharpening Service in Illinois.
Bethani Oaks
Hi! My name is Bethani, I have been a groomer for six years, and have been competing for about a year and a half. I am from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. I have five animals of my own at home: a Great Dane, Bedlington terrier, long-haired cat, bearded dragon and a leopard gecko. When I’m not grooming, which is rare some days, I love to knit and crochet. My sponsor is the amazing Dennis and Tonya Brooks at Sharp Edges in Decatur, Illinois.
Morgan Dobbs
I’m a new member of the Barkwood grooming team here in Houston, and a future grooming competitor! My passion for grooming has led me to making content, and sharing dog grooming information to other groomers or clients. I strive to provide quality, yet safe and comforting pet grooming, as well as helping other groomers find available resources for education, products, and equipment that best suits their wants and needs! I am sponsored by Yalcin Turkin from The Groomer's Toolbox.
Gavyn Freeman
My name is Gavyn Freeman. I am 23 years old and have been grooming for about 6 years now, and I knew as soon as I started that I was in for life! I am a Nationally Certified Master Groomer through the National Dog Groomers Association of America, an Open level grooming competitor, and an Owner-Handler in the AKC confirmation ring with my Kerry Blue Terrier and American Cocker Spaniel. I am also a member of the American Spaniel Club! I am the lead groomer at our salon As the Fur Flies Austin in Austin, Texas. I love helping provide tools and education to new groomers and pet owners. In my spare time I love playing video games, making playlists for my friends, and spending time with my partner and our dogs. I am sponsored by Fort Worth Shaver/Groomer Supply House.
Kayla Scott
Hello! My name is Kayla, and I am a professional dog groomer based in Waco, Texas. I have over 5 years of experience in the grooming industry, with a specialization in everyday pet trims and Doodles. I started my career in corporate and now am the proud owner of a one-on-one salon called The Groomery. When I’m not grooming in the salon, you can find me learning new skills and competing in grooming competitions. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and pets, watching a good show on TV and cooking new dishes. I also have a passion for teaching other dog groomers how to elevate their everyday pet trims and motivating others to continue their education in the industry.I am proud to be sponsored by Fort Worth Shaver/Groomer Supply House, which provides me with the highest quality tools and products to ensure the best results.