left her unable to run her own business. So in 2000, she joined Dog City.  “I really, really appreciate Dog City,” she says. “They want to keep the dogs happy and don’t overbook me. They allow me to keep doing what I love to do. I seriously could not be happier.”

Bethany is committed to helping each dog look its very best. “Most of the dogs I do nowadays are pets, but they do get show cuts. A lot of clients like to go that extra mile,” she says. “If there’s a breed I’ve never met, I do the research before I groom them. The haircut you put on them has to do with making them the breed they are. Our customers see the grooming and they’re hooked. This is their baby.”

In her work, Bethany is particularly committed to her relationships with the dogs. “We are focused on making it positive and fun,” she explains. “They are really happy to see us. I feel strongly about knowing about the breeds – not just grooming, but training. I have a specialty with dogs that are fearful or aggressive. I have a way to work with them so that they trust me.”

Bethany shares the story of one customer, Kretzer, a Shih Tzu. “His mom says my name at home, and he runs to get the leash and brings it to her. He came from a pet store and had a really rough start. He came to me really biting and being protective of himself. Now he can’t wait to see me.”

Bethany has also participated in a number of national grooming competitions, winning three first place trophies, a grand prize for a mutt makeover, and a “best rapport” award.

“I don’t think I’ll every completely walk away from grooming," she says. Even in my old age, I think I’ll get a Standard Poodle and just groom it.”

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