Happy Tails On The Homestead

03/16/2026

03/15/2026

FREE GROOM – LIMITED SPOTS
Do you own a purebred Poodle and want a complimentary professional groom?

I’m currently looking for purebred Poodles to groom at no cost as part of training

Includes:
✔ Full groom
✔ Breed appropriate styling
✔ Calm, gentle handling

Requirements:
Purebred Poodle
Dog is healthy
Owner consent for photos/videos

📍 Location: BANCROFT & Surrounding Areas

📩 Message me:
(Happy Tails On The Homestead)
• Dog’s age & size
• Recent photo
• Grooming history

✨🐾Spots are limited.

01/28/2026

Qualify For A Dog Groom?
I’m currently completing my Dog Grooming certification and I’m looking for a few specific dogs to help me finish my hands‑on units. These grooms are free or very low‑cost, depending on the unit, because they help me gain experience while giving your pup some pampering.
If your dog matches any of the descriptions below, I’d love to connect:
✔️ Dogs Needed for Upcoming Units
- Coated dogs (various units)
- Dogs needing nail trims (white or black nails)
- Dogs with hair between paw pads
- Dogs with excess ear hair
- Double‑coated dogs
- Dogs with at least one mat
- Dogs needing a bath and blow‑dry
- Dogs suitable for a teddy‑bear cut (e.g., poodle mixes, Havanese mixes) with at least 2" of coat
- Purebred Golden Retriever or Sheltie
- Purebred terrier with a clipped coat
- Purebred Poodle or Bichon Frise
If your dog doesn’t fit one of these categories, please still reach out. I’m happy to discuss low‑cost grooming options so you can save money while I continue building my skills

01/28/2026

My name is Katie Ayotte, and animals have been at the heart of my life for as long as I can remember. I’ve spent years volunteering in grooming salons and animal hospitals, where I discovered how much I love helping dogs feel safe, clean, and cared for. Bathing, drying, prepping, and handling dogs of all sizes has become second nature to me, and I genuinely enjoy the calm, patient connection that comes with earning an animal’s trust.
I’m currently taking a dog grooming course to build on the hands-on experience I already have, and I’m excited to keep growing my skills. I bring creativity, compassion, and a steady, gentle approach to every dog I work with. Grooming feels like the perfect blend of my love for animals and my desire to make them feel their best, and I’m thrilled to be moving forward in this field