I teach Level 1 and Level 2 Dog Grooming at Merrist Wood College.
Three and a half years.
I really enjoy teaching because when students arrive on day one, they know very little or nothing about dog grooming, but by the end of their time on the course with me they are capable of grooming a dog from start to finish.
I love seeing the growth of learning a new skill and giving them the tools and confidence to do this.
I first discovered dog grooming when I got my cocker spaniel 14 years ago. She was a very relaxed dog for grooming and I enjoyed looking after her coat and maintaining her nails, ears and eyes. I then embarked on a 30-day course and, well, that was it! I was on the road to an enjoyable new career.
I have an enormous passion for all aspects of working with dogs from grooming to their health and behaviour. I have also shown my poodle at Crufts, which was a big achievement for us both.
I am also a very keen on art and craft which includes crochet, embroidery and resin work.
I teach all aspects of dog grooming and my classes are very practical and hands-on. I have many years of grooming experience and the welfare of the dogs and the students are my main priority.