Well-Being For Dog Groomers, The Podcast

This week I am talking to Colin Taylor and Terry Pearce,We discuss loneliness in this day and age, the CBD products Terry has produced for Colin Taylor Products, and the World Grooming Conference 2025while discussing the CBD products we do not recommend replacing any treatments from your doctor or vet, it is a complimentary treatment This Episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplies https://simpsons-online.co.uk/You can support me/the show by following the below linkhttps://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I invite back Caroline Anderson, this episode we are talking bout what is perfect, how we are not perfect, how life can't be perfect and what even perfect is?!!Go back to episode 33 to hear Carolines first episode on the show!This episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/Support the show by visiting and donating to the 'Buy Me a Coffee' pagehttps://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am talking to Naomi Samuel about 1st time experiences in the dog grooming salon!Everything from the 1st bath we gave to the 1st angry human customer we came across!We all Have these 1st time problems so none of you are alone out there!Facebook Page Naomi Recommended .... Tactful Replies for Pet ProfessionalsThis Episode Is Sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplies.https://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Warning … This episode contains a lot of swearing so it is not appropriate for all age groups/audiences. Today we are discussing the negative comments we see online about our industry, they are not helpful because I feel they put people off attending events and therefore contribute to blocking ,them from making connections, continuing education & allowing the person to develop as a groomer. My guests are Tanya Sala’s, experienced and successful competitor and organise of the Irish competition ‘Groomers Got Talent’ and Jo Silk Smith who is our English Groom Team Silk Coat Handstrip member for the second term running! Jo’s Facebook Group …. UK Dog Grooming Events and News This episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplies https://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am talking to Kerrie Pegram who is a groomer that lives with UCTD SLE (Undefrentiated Connective Tissue Disease which in her case presents as Lupas), She is talking about her lived experience, her symptoms, how she navigates work to suit her and we also talk through the final questions.This Episode is Sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Ellie Stanf and Daniel Price about the boundaries we have in our own salons regarding which breeds/types of grooms we do and don't enjoy, which we don't do and how we communicate our reasons to the clients. Ellie and Dan also have groomers with multiple groomers so they talk about how they work with certain breeds/types of grooms with their staff.Please check with your own insurers how you stand with the dangerous dogs act breeds in your salon.This episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am talking to my friend Amber Sherwood, she has been working with dogs and animals for years, but is a newly qualified groomer in our industry. She has already been stepping out into the grooming world and has come to tell us all about what she's been up to, how she is finding it and reminding us what its like to be a new groomer. It is such a refreshing interview and really sparks motivation.This Episode is Sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week I am talking to Alexis Groves and Jo Wallace from 'The Pet Groomer Community Podcast'. We are talking about their new podcast, podcasts in the salon in general and about what they both get from taking part in Bill Betts Business Coaching Programme.The Pet Groomer Community Podcast Link - Available on all major platformshttps://open.spotify.com/show/4R2HA0n1mOqANWpJCbpejK?si=0L7TUy_ZQ266vMBW8M-rRgThis episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the first episode of series seven I am thrilled to welcome back Dr Sophie Bell (also in episode 14!)In this episode we talk about pyometra & old dogs. We also mention about Sophie’s Webinars aimed at Groomers!Sophies Website Webinar Pagehttps://www.animallovepetfirstaid.co.uk/educational-webinarsDog Body Conditioning Score - Taken from 'The Association of Pet Obesity Prevention' https://www.petobesityprevention.org/dogbcsThis episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Episode Charlotte Kate Aspinall interviews me in the first half about what I have been up to and what my next plans are for over the next few years.In the second half I ask Charlotte some of the final questions.I have Known Charlotte through the grooming industry for at least 7 years now so it was fab to finally have her on the show and she made my interview very easy & I really enjoyed hearing her answers to my questions too!This Show is Sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplies https://simpsons-online.co.uk/Support the Show by donating the price of a coffee...https://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am speaking with fellow Dog Groomer Ruth Higgins about our experiences with having hair splinters, both resulting in multipal operations, time off and a lot of pain.We share the build up, the operation and the time off and offer our advice on getting help asap and lengths we went to that we would not reccomend!This episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/Support The Showhttps://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week I am Talking to Karen Beauchamp about the Peri Menopause, The Menopause and how coaching can help you understand your symptoms, and work goals on on any aspects of your life that your symptoms affect.Karen Also Talks about her Book 'Menopause and The Dog Proffessional' and provides us with so much information Menopause related. Karens Book ...https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068614803Karens Website ....https://www.menopauseandthedogpro.com/Karens You Tube ...https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=menopause+and+the+dog+proSocial Media ... Instagram, Facebook, @MenopauseandthedogproffessionalTik Tok@MenopauseandthedogproThis Episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am talking to Jo Silk Smith about her lived experience with peutz- jaghers syndrome.This episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/Support the showhttps://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am talking to Julie Harris and Sally Hart about the 'Groomers Mingle' social and educational event the 3 of us will be putting on at Windsor Championship Dog Show this year. We discuss what will be going on, who we have managed to get to do demos and Q&A's and lots of other details. Windsor Championship Dog Show Details ...Dates and Groups of the Actual Dog Show ....Thursday 26th June ... GundogFriday 27th June ... Terrier & HoundSaturday 28th June ... Toy & Utility ... & GROOMERS MINGLESunday 29th June ... Working & Pastoral ... & GROOMERS MINGLEWebsite ..... https://windsordogshow.com/26-2/ This episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplies https://simpsons-online.co.uk/Donate to the Podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am talking to Libby West about her lived experience with Postural Tachycardia Syndrome .... or POTS as it's referred to for short.Libby is a dog groomer who works for herself and has been grooming for around 7 years, she is also a WOW ambassador. Libby explains her symptoms, diagnosis and how it affects her inside and outside work. POTS website we mentioned https://www.potsuk.org/This Episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplies https://simpsons-online.co.uk/If you would like to contribute to the show ....https://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am talking to our new wired located Handstrip member of the Groom Team England Lisa Parker. Lisa talks to us about Schnauzers, hand stripping and also all our usual final questions. Lisa Will be on the Simpsons stand at 12 midday on the Saturday of Crufts.This Episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplies https://simpsons-online.co.uk/Support the Podccast https://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Louisa returns to talk about crufts, what will be going on at the Simpsons stand, other events lined up this year, travelling to mountain tops and we have a really nice chat about her answers all of our newer final questions.SIMPSONS STAND AT CRUFTS …. HALL 5 STANDS 18 & 21 … AT THE BOTTOM OF THE STAIRS!seminars held at 10am, 12 midday and 2pm. Thursday - Terrier & Hound DaySimpsons stand - Christine Anderton Poodle, Carla (Me) Bichon, Mich Dale WestieFriday - Toy and Utility DaySimpsons stand - Connie Walker Kerry Blue, Georgia Willy Lagotto Romagnolo, Chris Briggs Hungarian PumiSaturday - Gundog DaySimpsons stand Jo Silk-Skith English Cocker, Lisa Parker Schnauzer, Sally Hart BedlingtonSunday - Working and Pastoral DaySimpsons stand - Fee Brook Poodle, Hannah Bowles English Cocker Spaniel.This episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplies …http://simpsons-online.co.uk/Donate to the show at …https://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am speaking with Emmett Therapist Tony Sherry, Emmett Therapy is a complimentary treatment.Tony also offers pet bereavement therapy so we touch on that towards the end too.Tony visits Kent, Sussex, London, Essex and further a field.Tony’s website…. https://www.tonysherry.com/find an Emmett Therapist near you... https://www.resources.emmett-uk.co.uk/This Episode is Sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/if you would like to Support Well-Being for dog groomers visit the Buy Me A Coffee linkhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/WBDGthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Holly Bridden who is a groomer from the Manchester area that has been grooming for 17 years .We talk about how She trained in Asian Grooming on a course in Malaysia at the Pets Icon Academy, how she found her love for creative and how the industry has changed since she started grooming.We also cover the more Industry type questions at the end. This Episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplies … https://simpsons-online.co.uk/Donate to the podcast here ….https://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Episode is Sponsored By Simpsons Grooming Supplies https://simpsons-online.co.uk/If you would Like to donate to the show ...buymeacoffee.com/WBDGthepodcastHAPPY CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAYS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I invite Laura Jade Clegg back for her second appearance on the podcast, previously episode 24!This time we are updated on Lauras new salon and how she has set it up and manages it to suit her nerodivergance.We also cover the run up to Christmas in and out of the salon and tackle some of the final questions too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am speaking top Rob Fellows from 'Rob Felllows Reiki' .... Rob is a Reiki Master and is very well known amongst UK dog groomers because he trains dog groomers to perform Reiki in the salon on the animals and also on each other!I find out what reiki is, how it works and what it's for.Robs Contact DetailsWebsite. https://www.robfellowsreiki.com/Email. [email protected] the Show with Well Being For Dog Groomersbuymeacoffee.com/WBDGthepodcastThis Episode is sponsored by Simposns Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week I am talking to Chris Briggs about Hungarian Pumis and other rare breeds, we also talk about Paignton Championship Dog show and all of the final questions too!Chris is an experienced groomer, he is also very at home around the show ring and has competed and judged at grooming competitions.Paignton Dog Show ...1st, 2nd & 3rd August 2025Facebook Page ... 'Paignton And District Fanciers Assosiation' Support the Show and 'Buy Me a Coffee'https://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcastThis Episode is Sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week I am speaking with Laura Cook about Add on's and Spa Treatments, Laura offers many in her salon and sells them well! .... So I asked her on the show to share her tips on how to upsell, what treatments she offers and which she likes the best ... and answers all our final questions really thoughtfully too!Laura has her City and Guilds and ICMG, She grew up around the show ring and now trains students through their City and Guilds at her salon in Oxfordshire.Laura's Training School Informationhttps://www.tailsandtweed.co.uk/services-3Support the Show and 'Buy Me a Coffee'https://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcastThis Episode is Sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Kirsty Hunt about breed clubs!if you want to contact any breed club literally search (the breed) and breed clubs uk to find the various websites!Kirsty is here to tell us what sort of infomation they collect and share, what the purpose of them is and about the education days and shows they put on.she also outlines how it can help us as groomers, potential new show exhibitors and to help finding customers new well bred pets.Poodle Breed Appreciation Day Kirsty Spoke About Saturdays 2nd November 2024Bookings - Sharon Pine-Haynes .... [email protected] of the Event - The Kennel Club Building, Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire,UKEducation Morning £20 Education in Morning & Exam £25Support the show buy me a coffee pagehttps://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcastThis show is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am speaking With Hypno Therapist Greg Forde. In 1992, Greg became Senior Tutor at The Atkinson-Ball College in the UK, and Vice-president of The Corporation of Advanced Hypnotherapy.Gregg is now President of that organisation and Principal of the college.I didn't know much about Hypnotherapy so after a listener recommended him I invited on to tell me all about it :)As always please consult your doctor with any medical worries alongside any therapy. Gregs Website & emailhttps://no-nonsense-hypnotherapy.com/greg-forde-about/[email protected] the show buy me a coffee pagehttps://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcastThis show is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am speaking with Kara Boyd, Kara has been grooming over 10 years, she has worked bathing in. kennels, worked her way up to a manager at Pets at Home, and now has her own salon with a team of 17 members of staff!I am talking to her about what its like having staff, how she manages their rotas and most importantly why she likes having staff!Kara has her full ICMG and City and Guilds, she regularly competes and places in the UK dog grooming circuit.This Episode is Sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/Just Giving Page for The Astro Brain Tumour Fund https://www.justgiving.com/page/carla-keen-1717677236879?utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=page%2Fcarla-keen-1717677236879&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-shareSupport the Show buymeacoffee.com/WBDGthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a BONUS episode so we are going off our normal topics and themes to hear about our fabulous guests experiences at both Groomania and The Worlds last week where Groom Team England placed 6th!The 2024 English Groom Team consists of .... Nancy Brincat (Purebreed Scissor), Jo Silk Smith (Silk Coat Handstrip), Julia Fox (Wire Coat Handstrip) and Christine Anderton (Poodle)Today I am Speaking with Nancy and Jo about their trip start to finish, from all the back stage chat to how it felt receiving their medals ... and we will hear some messages from some of the other people who went to support the team, compete in groomania, trade or spectate over the weekend too.Groom Team England Website ..... https://www.groomteamengland.com/Donate To The Show .... Well-Being For Dog Groomers, The Podcast - Buy Me A Coffee Pagehttps://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcastThis Episdode Is Sponsored By Simpsons Grooming Supplies .... https://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week I am talking To Denise McGlennon about Cat Grooming, This Series I am concentrating (with the Groomers) on other things to bring to the salon to change up or add things to the salon to keep things varied for you and hopefully can earn you some extra pennies too!Denise MGlennon has her full City and Guilds in Dog Grooming swell as her PIF Highers and full ICMG. Denise also has the prestigious CFMG Cat Grooming qualification too.Denise also along with the other committee members of the Great Scot Groom won the Event of the year at the Liz Paul Awards last nightDenises Contact Details Regarding TrainingWebsite ..... https://dmggrooming.co.uk/Buy Me a Coffee Page to contribute to the showbuymeacoffee.com/WBDGthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am handing your questions over to Emma Yorke & we discuss them & our normal final questions. emma has been grooming 10 years, competing 7 years and runs her owns salon in the South of England. This Episode is Sponsored by Simpsons Grooming supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/Carlas Buy Me a Coffee Pagehttps://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcast?l=enFacebook @Well-Being For Dog Groomers, The PodcastInstagram @WBDGthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I speak about loosing my eldest Dog Ruby in the introduction, if you will find this triggering skip forward to 6.40 to get straight to Connie's Bit!Ion the interview I speak to Connie about the 2020's ... social media, in the salon, outside of work and all sorts Connie has her ICMG and her full City and Guilds, she regularly competes and was crowned best in show at Premier Groom 2023 and Reserve best in show at the Great Scot Groom 2024.This Episode is Sponsored by Simpsons Grooming supplies https://simpsons-online.co.uk/Carlas Buy Me a Coffee Page https://buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcast?l=enFacebook @Well-Being For Dog Groomers, The PodcastInstagram @WBDGthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Gary & I are talking about the 50 episodes I have had so far, we play clips of some of these episodes and discuss what I have enjoyed and learnt about by doing the podcast ... we also read out some feedback from the wonderful listeners!This episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/.Support Well-Being For Dog Groomersbuymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcastFacebook Page - @well-being for dog groomers the podcastInstagram - @wbdgthepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week I have invited Sally Hart back to talk t me about groomers burnout, Sally recently did a seminar on burnout at the MAstergroom event organised by Colin Taylor back in June. I wanted to find out how it went,, what she learnt from her audience and to discuss how burnout looks to us. I also quote some of the charity Mind's website on how else it can affect people as it can affect different people differently.To learn more about Sally Hart visit episode 16 from last year.Mind Website Page on Burnout …https://www.mind.org.uk/workplace/influence-and-participation-toolkit/overcoming-challenges/i-feel-burned-out/Ticket link for JLS Seminar day …. Julie Harris, Louisa Tandy & Sally Harthttps://enlighten-1.sumupstore.com/product/jls-seminar-day?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR335CtkgwCZ7_RSBsenAto0-L0V6rAOeh2YWzA0YJ0si1T-DgrEKtfO0og_aem_G41sP3Uy2KYwxTZXc6g17A Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am speaking to Dr James Brown, he is one of the founders of the ADHD Adult Charity, one of the presenters of the ADHD Adult Podcast, ADHD coach, ADHD educational public speaker.We discuss how to clarify if you just have a few ADHD traits or if you are in fact full blown ADHD, we discuss the struggles of getting diagnosed and James offers advice, we cover the frustrations of some of the things advertised on social media and the problems with some of their claims, we learn about James' Pocast, Public Talks and Coaching!Dr James Brown's Website with information on Coaching, Public Talks, Online Talks and all sorts of handy information ....https://jbhd.uk/Talks That Dr James Brown is doing Via Seedtalks...https://www.seedtalks.co.uk/ticketsADHD Adult Charity Webpage offering all sorts of education and advicehttps://www.adhdadult.uk/ADHD Adult Podcast Link (available on all major platforms)Spotify…. https://open.spotify.com/show/2oYZwGakl7shJFG0lJ8JMt?si=P9lzzP-4R4O2zylDL2yETAThis Episode Is Sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplies ....https://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am speaking to the lovely Jodie May Seymour, author of 'A Handmade Cottage'We talk about crafting, how to encourage your kids to craft with you, storage ideas and creating spaces that make you happy at home and in the salon!A Handmade Cottage the book was published by Murdock Books.Jodie’s Book!!!https://www.waterstones.com/book/a-handmade-cottage/jodie-may-seymour/9781922616784Jodies instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ahandmadecottage?igsh=d2w2ZGIzc3kxNmZyJodies Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AhandmadecottageJodies Blogwww.ahandmadecottage.comBook Nook Etsy Linkhttps://www.etsy.com/uk/market/booknook_kitSupport Well-Being For Dog Groomersbuymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcastThis episode is sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am speaking to Charlotte Howard From 'The Dog Groomers at Squires' and 'The Training Hub.'We are speaking about some of the things that The training Hub offer to help boost your confidence and share education.The Training Hub Facebook Page ....https://www.facebook.com/doggroomingtraininghubTraining Day - Sunday 14th July at Squires Dog Groomers - Info on The Training Hub Facebook PageMastergroom - Sunday the 30th of June, Crewe Hotel, Colin Taylors Competition, Educational & Shopping EventTickets & Competition Entry’s …. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/mastergroom2024crewe/1110258Facebook Page … https://m.facebook.com/groups/277073483637274/?ref=sharebuymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcasthttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am talking to Mandy Carr, From the Scissor Boutique and Mary Burton From the Astro Brain Tumour Fund.Having a loved one getting diagnosed or being diagnosed yourself is a daunting and worrying time. So after experiencing the events that The Astro Brain Tumour Fund have put on with Mandy over the years, I thought they are a charity that need to be spoken about!We talk about who they are, how they help with research, education and support for the patients and friends/families, and the fundraising they to. Mandy offers some of her lived experience of living with brain tumours both physically and emotionally.Holkham Hall Walk 22nd September 2024, 10am Meet Up, See all the links below ...Astro Brain Tumour Fund Websitehttps://www.astrofund.org.uk/Print Out Registration Form to take part in the walk...https://www.astrofund.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/HOLKHAM-REGISTRATION-FORM.pdfPrint out Sponsership Form to collect sponsors and/or share the just giving page below ....https://www.astrofund.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Norfolk-Family-Walk-2024-Sponsorship-Form.pdfFacebook group for Well-Being for Dog Groomers, The Podcast listeners who want to come and meet up on the day https://facebook.com/events/s/well-being-for-dog-groomers-th/1117099342717108/Carla & Mandy’s just giving page for Astro Brain Tumour Fund Walk Sept 2024https://www.justgiving.com/page/carla-keen-1717677236879?utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=page%2Fcarla-keen-1717677236879&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-shareSupport/Donate to Well-Being For Dog Groomers, The Podcastbuymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcastThis Show is Sponsored by SimpsonsGrooming Supplies ...https://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Ellie-Jo Lodge abut her grooming journey in England, why she decided to move and what it is like Grooming in a different country compared to here.Ellie Had had experience in grooming in multiplal salons and salon environments in and around London, she has now set up her business abroad, she has placed in several competitions in the UK and now still competes whenever she can. She especially loves creative salon grooming with colours, gems and all things fabulous!Support The Podcastbuymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcastThis Episode is Sponsored by Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am talking to Jennifer Bishop- Jenkins and Penny Sharpe about 'The 15 Coat Types Poster'Jennifer Created the poster and Did all the research, her husband Bill Jenkins published the poster and Penny Sharpe is our UK distributor.EVENTS YOU CAN SEE JENNIFER SPEAK ATThe 15 Grooming Coat Types … 23rd of June at Writtle College … https://www.tickettailor.com/events/15coattypesseminarThe 15 Grooming Coat Types … 30th of June at Mastergroom …. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/mastergroom2024crewe?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR17plOMXNQfmSfj_9fYYeaK3vlrnhXswXlK7xwDZbtB0rzzmoSHMNaMkjQ_aem_Ad-9DmCaCPWB0miur7FT2l3uFvqA63V2p7Rc1IYKXywXu0Y-PSnddH1kiDIV5-OxO0SqPcYk5L57GkiUc_3i9LekPoster Distributors WorldwideBrooke Daneth - Switzerland & ContinentalPenny Sharpe - UK, Ireland, IcelandBonnie Harrison - AustraliaAmerica - Jennifer Bishop- JenkinsJennifers Seminars in the UK 2024 ... Sunday 23rd June Writtle CollegeSunday 30th June MastergroomSupport the Show buymeacoffee.com/wbdgthepodcastSimpsons Grooming Su[pplies Website https://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Rae Bibb, we are talking about Windsor Dog Show, how grooming can be mentally straining as well as our final questions too! Rae is a really god friend of mine and im so glad she agreed too come on and talk to me :)Rae Bibb has her full ICMG, she is also an experienced handler and she has competed successfully with Breeds such as the Russian Black and Scottish Terrier in the Grooming ring too!Windsor Dog Show Informationwww.windsordogshow.org.ukWindsor Dog Show address ...Home ParkKing Edward VII AvenueWindsorBerkshireUnited KingdomSL4 6HXSupport Well Being For Dog Groomers the Podcast ...https://www.buymeacoffee.com/WBDGthepodcastThis Episode is Sponsored By Simpsons Grooming Supplieshttps://simpsons-online.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Laura Mears- Reynolds from ADHDAF podcast … We discuss ADHDAF, why she set it up, why she advocates for the ADHD community and we find out all about her up coming ADHDAF tour Alien Nation.links to ADHD AFSPOTIFY …. https://open.spotify.com/show/0Bt32kDxZGiGjW8v1q3Lk7?si=ZGuzQ9YbTTSUqYcalgNrlQAPPLE …. https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/adhd-af/id1622096371BUY TICKETS FOR THE TOUR 2024 …. https://www.adhdasfemales.com/eventsEpisodes we specifically mention … (Spotify links)Clemantine Ford ... https://open.spotify.com/episode/53v10Gba9nk2ynhSgrmxBC?si=cd0m_F2pQCml06wokqJyFwDr Nighat Arif.... https://open.spotify.com/episode/331fvTkj582RS9gxpPkeLo?si=gsBckSGNS6S-kxe66NWjzAhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5tqrWXTIGSyMUCTk2in0VO?si=sBK-ChYpQSuvZVqs-jhSLQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to dog groomer and alternative threropist Susan Harness-Mead.Susan has been practising Reiki for 5 years, Indian head massage for 4 years and (Todays Topic) Acusound Therapy with Tuning ForksWe discuss how she uses Acusound on her canine and human clients and how she has used reiki on dogs too!Susans Contact DetailsThe Healing Tree 0782581857. https://www.facebook.com/HealingTreeNorfolk/?locale=en_GB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to vet Edd Henley about Skin, Heart Disease, Cushing & we discuss some of the listeners questions.Edd is a small animal vet who qualified in 2002, he is married to Kelly Henley from episode 4, so he understands a great deal about our industry too. Edd gives us some education about some of the common health problems we see in the salon and answers some of our listeners questions about some of the topics that always divide opinions in our industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Gemma Corcoran about CRUFTS!What to do, what to see, what to take, what to plan and even what to wear!Gemma also has some really touching answers to my final questions :)Gemma has her OCN, she has been grooming around 14 years & showing around 8 years, she likes to keep learning and has a few grooming competition placements under her belt too!Details of ALL traders in all halls ... https://crufts.org.uk/show-information/shopping/Discover Dog Info .... https://crufts.org.uk/whats-on/discover-dogs-at-crufts/CRUFTS SHOWING SCHEDUALE, ... go passed all the adverts and rules to page 38 onwards to find ring number and hall number for all breed showing day by day.https://www.fossedata.co.uk/shows/Crufts-2024-March-2024.aspxAS MANY OF THE GROOMING TRADERS I COULD LOOK UP!HALL 1Christie’s … Hall 1 Stand 156HALL 2The Pawdinary Grooming Supplies ... stand 44Peanut & Pickle … stand 60Colin Taylor … stand 96HALL 3Artero …. stand 10Rabart Canine ... ?DISCOVER DOGS!HALL 4Mutneys … stand 126 HALL 5The Scissor Boutique … stand 12Simpsons Grooming Supplies …stand 18Houndesly … stand 72Essenjay .... stand 77. (Leads and collars)Wow … stand 83 Look North … stand 104Groomers ... stand 116Redcape ... stand 124 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am releasing my 1st Bonus Episode!I am speaking with Siofra Connor from the 'Norfolk Follow Society' podcast.Siofra will be talking about mythical dogs from around the UK and I will be sharing some listeners stories about weird goings on in Grooming salons around the country.I picked for Siofra to be a guest for a bonus episode because I love their podcast and mentioned it talking to Tanya Salas last week and from seeing posts on Facebook its clear that many Groomers like a good ghost story so why not have something extra to listen to this week and why not give their podcast a go!Siofra and her friend Stacia started their podcast back in 2018 and they travel around norfolk visiting sites where there are folklore tales / ghost stories / weird things that go on! they look at the history and talk about their ideas and share their research. The links below are for Spotify and Apple Podcasts and their website... but you can find them on most major platforms.Website. https://www.norfolkfolkloresociety.co.uk/Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2akJFpxkl1x8AVtf2vHrMW?si=kKNlA_UiQomJtFhnlcyDZwApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/norfolk-folklore-society/id1380739641Instagram @norfolkfolkloresocietySome of Carlas Favourite Episodes (More haunting type ones)Series 1 Episode 6 The Cursed Goats Head of StrumphawSeries 1 Epside 59 The Haunting of 19 Magdalen StreetSeries 1 Episode 64 Thetford PriorySeries 1 Episode 77 The Heigham PoltergeistSeries 1 Episode 85 The Happisburgh TorsoSeries 2 Episode 6 Timeslip in a ToiletSeries 2 Episode 11 Ghosts of Exchange StreetSome of Siofras Favourite Episdodes (Witch and Folklore type Episodes)Series 1 Episode 43 From Norwich To Salem - The Journey of Bridget Bishop and Mary OliverSeries 1 Episode 44 Bridgets Bishops Life In SalemSeries 1 Episode 59 The Witch of East SomertonSeries 2 Episode 17 The Good Sword of Winfarthinghttps://www.edp24.co.uk/news/20832249.weird-norfolk-mystery-mist-fulmodeston/2.22 Play mentioned by Siofra which is TOURING NOW written by Danny Robins - Uncanny / Battersea Poltergeist / The Witch Farm / Haunted .... Podcasts that can be found on all major platformsEerie Essex Podcast Was Mentioned which is similar to the Norfolk Folklore Society With 2 hosts from Essex talking about their county .... Available on all major platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I have invited back Tanya Salas (Episode 3) to talk to me about Podcasts, why we like them and how they help us get through the day.We mention what we like, give examples and talk about some of our favourites, so get looking up any that sound interesting as we all hate running out of things to listen to!Podcasts mentioned in order of reference throughout the interview... Please CHECK THE SHOW NOTES for all podcasts & episodes as some of the ones we mentioned could be very triggering for some people ...Red HandedKilling Death RowReal Survival StoriesExtrodinarry Lives by Lad Bible - CHECK INDIVIDUAL EPISODES SHOW NOTES - TRIGGER WARNING.Kempcast - CHECK INDIVIDUAL EPISODES SHOW NOTES - TRIGGER WARNINGMurder 101ScamandaScamfluencersUncannyBattersea PolterguiestThe Witch FarmThe Norfolk Folklore Society - FEATURING IN OUR BONUS EPISODE! Out 14th feb!Eerie EssexHelp I Sexted My BossParenting HellThe Witch Trials of J.K RowlingThe World Of Secrets - CHECK THE SHOW NOTES! - EXTREME TRIGGER WARNING!!!A Very British CultSounds Like A CultKirsty in Conspiracy LandDeath By ConspiracyYetiBBC WitchHappy PlaceMadworldThe Dr Louise Newson PodcastAudio Books ...Tom FeltonBritney SpearsMatthew PerryHow To Kill Your FamilyBryony Gordon Mental Health Mates ... https://www.mentalhealthmates.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am speaking to the lovely Georgia Willy, Georgia has been Grooming since she was 14, she was raised around American Akitas, She runs her own salon and she regularly competes on the UK Grooming Competition circuit.We are talking about her hobby of going to the gym, her love of the Lagotto Romagnolo and we get some tips on working with double coats... as well as our final questions.Georgia Willy and Nancy Brincat (Episode 34) will both be on the WOW stand at Crufts, Nancy on the Saturday and Georgia will be there Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Nancy Brincat about her hobby outside of grooming which is caring for and spending time with her jumping spiders!if you would like to skip passed the spider talk if you suffer with severe phobia you can skip to … to hear Nancy’s answers to the final questions as she has some really different answers to what any other groomers have said!Nancy is our current Purebreed Scissor Groom Team England representative, she has her full ICMG, she has her level 2 in animal care and has been grooming just over 8 years.Links Groom Team England Website .... https://www.groomteamengland.com/events/Groom Team England Face book .... Groom Team England Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am Talking To Groomer AND Well-Being coach Caroline Anderson about her business ‘The Horses Path’ helping people over come all sorts of problems. She offers group and 1-1 sessions both 9nline and face to face. Carolines Contact Details for ‘The Horses Path’ Email [email protected] www.thehorsespath.comFacebook / Instagram @Thehorsespath Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am Talking to Colin Taylor, We are discussing all sorts of aspects of the industry, what he has learned from the groomers before him, why customer service is important, about the newer groomers, we talk about how he likes to relax especially when he can't sleep and we talk all about Mastergrom and The World Grooming Conference 2024.Colin Taylor has been grooming 37 Years, Has competed in the competition ring, and can now often be found judging around the UK and abroad,. He runs Master Groom competition and The World Grooming Conference, he sells his own products, he was a judge alongside Verity Hardcastle on the tv series pooch perfect & he runs his own podcast ‘Spilling the Tea with Colin Taylor!Crufts Location of Colin Taylor Products Hall 2 Stand 96Tickets to Mastergroom .... www.tickettailor.com/events/mastergroom2024creweColin Taylor Products .... www.colintaylorproducts.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.