10/27/2026
A New Chapter, A Grateful Heart, and a Difficult but Exciting Decision ❤️
For almost 18 years, grooming has been such a huge part of my life. It has been so much more than a job to me. It has been a passion, a way to connect with incredible people and their beloved pets, and a career that has taught me so much about patience, compassion, resilience, and the importance of caring for others.
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of loving on so many wonderful pets, building relationships with amazing clients, and being part of so many families’ lives. I will never take those experiences for granted. Grooming has helped shape the person I am today, and for that, I will always be grateful. ❤️
As many of you know, life has a way of changing our perspective, especially when we go through difficult seasons. Since returning to work last year after being sick, I’ve spent a lot of time reflecting on my future, my family, my health, and what I feel called to do with the next chapter of my life.
Recently, I was incredibly fortunate to be offered another amazing career opportunity—one that allows me to continue growing, learning, and making a difference in the lives of others in a very special way. I will be joining Bowen Elite Service Dogs to train service dogs, helping these incredible dogs develop the skills they need to support and change people's lives. Sometimes, opportunities come along that challenge us to look beyond what we’ve always known and consider what might be possible. This is one of those opportunities for me.
After a lot of thought, prayer, conversations, and some very emotional soul-searching, I’ve decided to take that leap.
With that decision comes a big change: I will be scaling down approximately 75% of my grooming salon to make room for this new opportunity.
Please know that this decision has not come easily. Grooming has been a part of my life for nearly two decades, and the relationships I’ve built along the way mean more to me than I can adequately put into words. There are going to be some hard decisions, difficult conversations, and changes as I figure out what this transition will look like. I know that change can be hard, and I never want anyone to feel that the time, trust, and loyalty you’ve given me over the years have gone unnoticed or unappreciated.
I also want to be honest, while sharing this with love and understanding. Since returning to work last year after being sick, the uncertainty of running a grooming business has become increasingly difficult. Relying on clients to keep pets current on required vaccinations, navigating cancellations and a huge amount of no-shows, and trying to maintain a consistent schedule have all presented challenges. When appointments are missed or plans change unexpectedly, it affects not only my schedule but also my ability to create a dependable and stable life for my family.
This new opportunity offers something incredibly important to me at this stage of my life: more stability, more predictability, and the ability to plan for my family’s future with greater confidence. Knowing that I will have set hours and a more consistent schedule gives me peace of mind that has become increasingly important to me. It also gives me the opportunity to continue doing what I love most about working with animals while making a meaningful difference through training service dogs.
This isn't about loving grooming any less. It isn't about caring any less about my clients or their pets. And it certainly doesn't erase the years of love, hard work, and dedication I've poured into this career. It's about recognizing that sometimes we can be deeply grateful for where we've been while still knowing it's time to make room for something new.
My heart is full of gratitude, but I would be lying if I said this wasn't emotional. Nearly 18 years is a long time to build something, and walking into a new chapter means learning to let go of certain things I've grown accustomed to. I know there will be moments of uncertainty, and I know not every part of this transition will be easy.
What I hope you can understand is that this decision is being made with a lot of love, careful consideration, and a genuine desire to do what's best for myself and my family. I'm excited to learn, to grow, to serve others in a new capacity, and to see where this next chapter takes me. The thought of helping train service dogs who will one day provide support, independence, and companionship to the people who need them is incredibly exciting to me. It's a new way to combine my love for animals with my desire to make a difference in people's lives.
To every client who has trusted me with your precious pets, supported my business, recommended me to friends, been patient with me through difficult times, or simply encouraged me along the way: THANK YOU. You have been part of my story, and I will always appreciate that.
As I begin navigating these changes, I ask for your grace, patience, and understanding. I know this news may bring disappointment or require adjustments for some of you, and I truly do understand that. These decisions won't always be easy, but I hope you'll know that I am doing my best to navigate them thoughtfully and respectfully.
Most of all, I hope to have your support as I step into this new opportunity with Bowen Elite Service Dogs. Support doesn't have to look the same for everyone. It might mean offering encouragement, understanding the changes, celebrating this new chapter with me, or simply wishing me well as I figure out what comes next. Whatever that support looks like, it means more than you know.
After almost 18 years of grooming, I am proud of what I've built, grateful for the people and pets who have been part of my journey, and hopeful for what lies ahead. Sometimes the bravest thing we can do is allow ourselves to grow beyond what we've always known and trust that a new path can lead us exactly where we're meant to be.
Here's to new beginnings, continued growth, finding purpose in unexpected places, and making choices that bring a little more peace and stability to the people we love most. ❤️
Thank you for being part of my journey. This isn't the end of my story—it's simply the beginning of a new chapter. 🐾💕
I will discuss steps individually with you on your next appointment, but feel free to reach out with any questions and I will respond as soon as I can.
