27/06/2026
It’s the end of an era…
After many wonderful years in the grooming industry, Pepē Paws is now closed.
To every client who trusted me with their beloved pups, thank you. It has been an absolute honour to care for your dogs and be part of your lives. I am incredibly grateful for the support, loyalty, friendships, and trust you’ve shown me throughout the years.
From my early grooming days to opening Pepē Paws, so many of you followed me throughout the Illawarra, and I will never take that support for granted. You’ve helped make this little business something so special.
A big thank you to the Port Kembla community and the incredible local business owners who welcomed, supported, and encouraged me along the way. The sense of community in this town is truly something special, and I’m so grateful to have been a small part of it.
For now, I will be stepping away from grooming and taking some much needed time to rest and focus on my next chapter. While it won’t be in the grooming industry, I’m excited for what’s ahead and can’t wait to share more with you soon.
This isn’t goodbye…
I’ll be sharing my next chapter over at Charlie & Me where I’m working on bringing some exciting new products to life for your pups! I’d love to stay connected with you over there 🤍🐾✨
Thank you again for being part of this journey. Pepē Paws may be closing its doors, but the memories, friendships, and support will stay with me forever.
– Krista & Charlie Brown ♡