• You Train the Client - with Daniella Malcolm-Stewart
    Jan 31 2025

    Today's guest on the Savvy Pet Spa podcast is Daniella Malcolm Stewart. She is a Savvy user and is doing amazing things for the holistic section of the grooming industry. Today, she will be sharing her grooming journey and discussing how she achieved her current success.

    If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe on your podcast platform.

    If you would like to find out more about the software for groomers, by groomers then visit: https://savvypetspa.com/

    During the episode, Daniella discussed a range of topics and further details can be found using the links below:

    Holistic Grooming Academy

    https://courses.holisticgroomingacademy.com/courses/accredited-holistic-grooming-and-behaviour-diploma?ref=dec268

    https://woodysholisticgrooming.co.uk/shop

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    46 mins
  • Interested Feline Grooming - Christine Villani
    Jan 10 2025

    Join Helen as she welcomes the remarkable Christine Belani, an internationally recognized master groomer who is passionate about education and animal care. Christine shares her inspiring journey from a novice groomer to a highly skilled professional, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and certification in the grooming industry. With her unique insights, she discusses the differences between grooming in Canada and the US, highlighting the need for community and support among groomers. The conversation also touches on the joys and challenges of cat grooming, where Christine reveals her preference for working with cats due to their calm nature and the rewarding experience of building trust with them. Tune in for valuable tips on enhancing grooming skills, the significance of proper education, and the future of Christine's luxury pet salon.

    Takeaways:

    • Christine Belani highlights the importance of continuous education in the pet grooming industry, emphasizing that ongoing learning is crucial for professional growth and client satisfaction.
    • The podcast explores the differences in grooming education and opportunities between Canada and the US, revealing the challenges faced by Canadian groomers.
    • Helen and Christine discuss the emotional and financial investment associated with pursuing grooming certifications and the value they bring to one's career.
    • Christine shares her journey from struggling with self-doubt in grooming to becoming an internationally recognized master groomer, underscoring the power of perseverance.
    • The episode emphasizes the need for groomers to establish their worth in the industry, advocating for fair pricing based on skills and experience.
    • Helen and Christine stress the importance of community and support among groomers to combat isolation and foster a positive work environment.

    Find out more about our amazing software for Pet Groomers here: savvypetspa.com

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    40 mins
  • Are you or any team members Neurospicy? With Anjie Coates
    Dec 13 2024

    Anjie Coates, her amazing story into grooming. We will be discussing neurodivergent employees and the amazing abilities they can bring to grooming. Touching on Autism, Adhd and more neuro spicy brains how those of us with these different ways of thinking can bring a lot to a salon when we are supported and understood. Some top tips for groomers to help prevent overwhelm in the salon. Along with the importance of notes for our four-legged clients and their experience in the salon.

    This is a must-listen episode packed with juicy knowledge!

    If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe on your podcast platform.

    If you would like to find out more about the software for groomers, by groomers then visit: https://savvypetspa.com/

    If you missed the blog all about Anjie catch up with all our blogs here: https://bloghub.itsallsavvy.com/

    During the episode, Anjie discussed a range of topics and further details can be found using the links below:

    https://www.pawsitiveed.com/anjie-coates-workshops/

    The quintessential rabbit grooming book

    https://furrytailspress.com/

    https://isbusa.com/product/pek-conditioner-mask/

    And if you are listening to audio-only don't forget to check out the bog all about Anjie for the image of the comb.

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    44 mins
  • Do you like Strippers with Jitka Krizova Averis
    Nov 22 2024

    Jitka Krizova Averis, we discuss how Jitka came into the grooming profession touch on hand stripping and Jitkas amazing charity style to rescue and how you can support them.

    If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe on your podcast platform.

    If you would like to find out more about the software for groomers, by groomers then visit: https://savvypetspa.com/

    If you missed the blog all about Jitka catch up here: https://bloghub.itsallsavvy.com/jitka-krizova-what-i-learned-during-my-dog-grooming-career

    During the episode, Jitka discussed a range of topics and further details can be found using the links below:

    Style to rescue:

    https://www.style2rescue.co.uk/

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/2257463007612534/

    https://www.instagram.com/style_to_rescue/?hl=en

    https://thesentinel.dog/4-cosmetics

    Klaudia Szonyi https://www.facebook.com/ksdoggroom

    Costin Stoica https://www.facebook.com/AnimalMagicGodalming, https://www.animalmagics.com/collections/animal-magic-academy

    Facebook group Handstripping Education https://www.facebook.com/groups/249701326455314

    Book on Hand Stripping Scott Wasserman https://mrterrier.com/

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    23 mins
  • That Skins an Organ - With Michelle Knowles
    Nov 1 2024

    In this episode of the Savvy Pet Spa Podcast we are joined by Michelle Knowles, we discuss how she started her grooming career, and the importance of skin health for the dog's immune system and the importance of recognising trauma in dogs who come into the salon.

    If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe on your podcast platform.

    If you would like to find out more about the software for groomers, by groomers then visit: https://savvypetspa.com/

    If you missed the blog all about Michelle catch up here:

    https://bloghub.itsallsavvy.com/michelle-knowles-mpae-icmg-maae-cce

    During the episode, Michelle discussed a range of topics and further details can be found using the links below:

    https://brendaaloff.com/shop/71-canine-body-language-a-photographic-guide-interpreting-the-native-language-of-the-domestic-dog

    k9 lifeline 5 steps YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4k7sKIuXvmU

    k9 lifeline: https://k9lifeline.dog/pages/our-story

    https://allthingspaw.com/

    michelle@allthingspaw.com

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    28 mins
  • How Many Coat Types with Jennifer Bishop-Jenkins
    Sep 23 2024

    Welcome back to Savvy's podcast!

    Today's amazing guest is Jennifer Bishop-Jenkins! She is now known as the 15 coat types creator. Jennifer was one of the first to certify as a grooming educator back in 1985, listen in to find out more about Jennifer and some of her top tips.

    If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe on your podcast platform.

    If you would like to find out more about the software for groomers, by groomers then visit: https://savvypetspa.com/

    If you missed the blog all about Jennifer catch up here:

    https://bloghub.itsallsavvy.com/jennifer-bishop-jenkins-15-coat-types

    During the episode, Jennifer discussed a range of topics and further details can be found using the links below:

    https://groomersguide.com/store-and-faq/ols/products/book-pre-order

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/GroomersGuide

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dog_coat_genetics

    https://www.facebook.com/IvSanBernardUS/

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Muller-Kirks-Small-Animal-Dermatology/dp/1416000283

    https://isbusa.com/

    And finally, Jennifer discussed the wonderful Michelle Knowles who is actually our next guest! But you can find out more about her here: https://allthingspaw.com/

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    41 mins