Well-Being For Dog Groomers, The Podcast

Today I am speaking with dog groomer Louisa Tandy about New Years Resolutions, Setting Goals and The Rookie Challenge.Louisa Tandy has been a groomer over 30 years, she is a founding member of The English Groomers Group, she speaks at seminars, is the ambassador for Simpsons Grooming Supplies, she competes at nd judges at grooming competitions, and organises the Rookie Challenge.LinksTo enter the Rookie Challenge ... https://thegroomersspotlight.com/page/the-rookie-challenge-2024/317(remember to register for the spotlight - you don't have to become a member... just register - like you would for any other platform) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am talking to Rich Smith about the run up to Christmas in the salon, sharing some tips advice and experiences.We also discuss what it is about showing that he loves and what keeps him doing it.Rich has been grooming over 20 years, he has successfully competed with his grooming and even won reserve best in show at groomer of the year.He has been handling and grooming Bichon Frise in the show ring for over 10 years and more recently has been judging too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am Talking to Cheryl Howard and Costin Stoica, They were both on Groom Team England in 2022 when England won the worlds.I am talking to them about competing, showing AND their NEW competition GROOMPHORIA on November 16th & 17th 2024, at Royal Court Brittania Hotel, Coventry.Cheryl and Costin are so friendly and easy to talk to and the offer so much advice.Groomphoria - Facebook & Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to the founder of Asian Fusion Grooming Pammie Carmichael-Hogg...Pammie was the first to graduate from Starwood Arts Grooming School, she was the first international groomer to pass the ’Theory of Angles in Korean Grooming’ and she is a founding board member of ICMG.Pammie is a busy lady who Grooms, Teaches students, Sells Scissors and other grooming products and does online training too!Today we talk about her journey into Asian Grooming and how she got to creating Asian Fusion. We talk about how it's important to learn you craft correctly but to also remember to enjoy being creative and thinking outside of the box!Pammies LinksIn person training …. https://www.facebook.com/Pammiedoggroomingcourses / 07412 036587Retail or online training …. http://www.asianfusiongrooming.com/ / https://www.facebook.com/AFGwithPammie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week I am talking to master groomer Verity Hardcastle about her work in and out of the salon ... She; runs her own grooming business, shares content for groomers across the socials, She won podcaster of the year for her podcast 'Pod on the Dog' and is the Author of her new book 'Happy Dog. Happy You.' .... You will also remember seeing her as a judge on the English TV Show Pooch Perfect alongside Colin Taylor.Verity's DetailsHappy Dog. Happy You Available online and in all good bookstores@VerityHardcastle Instagram / Tik Tok / FacebookPod On The Dog Apple Podcasts, Spotify & many more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am Talking to Alison Rodgers, Alison has Achieved so many things inter time inching many best in shows, She was a European champion of champions, she has mutipal Liz Paul Awards and much much more!She has been a Competition Judge, a Judge in the Showring, A Grooming Examiner and has also represented the UK for Groom Team England!Today we are talking about the journey, how she got started, who inspired her, what route she took, things she found difficult and how hard work and determination has helped her achieve her goals.Alison Rodger was the winner of the European Champion of Champions, she was twice winner of Groomer of the Year, she wore Proffessional Gromer of the Year, World Grooming Judge of the Year & Northern Groomer of the Year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week Gary interviews me, about my ADHD, He asks me questions submitted by the listeners & I answer the questions I usually ask My GuestsLinksDirty Laundry .... Book about ADHD by Richard Pink & Roxanne EmeryThat ADHD Podcast ..... BBC Sounds Podcast by Patryja BorykaADHD Adult Podcast / charity … https://www.adhdadult.uk/trustees/Dr James Browns ADHD talks … run by seed talks … tours around the country or online seminars .. . https://www.seedtalks.co.uk/ticketsADHD AF PodcastHappy Place Podcast by Fearne Cotton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura Jade Clegg has been a groomer over 10 years, she has run her own business for over 5 years and she is a good friend of mine... she also has been late diagnosed with ADHD.Today we are talking about examples of our lived experience as being late diagnosed with ADHD… I chose to do this as October is ADHD Awareness Month.ADHD Podcasts :-ADHD AFThe ADHD Adults PodcastWell Being For Dog Groomers - Episode 7 - Zoe Joanna Coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A really nice light hearted & varied chat with Lorraine Mottershead about a bit of everything! Lorraine has been grooming over 35 years, she has her own salon, she has competed, judged and she is one of the organisers of the Great British Grooming Show.We talk through her starting out, setting up her own salon, we talk about creativity including a bit about her other job which is Singing in an 80's band.We discuss her role behind the scenes in Pooch Perfect & lots lots more! ... Aswell as discussing our normal final groomers questions.GREAT BRITISH GROOMING SHOW 19TH MAY 2004, LEIGH SPORTS VILLAGEWeb Page… www.thegreatbritishgroomingshow.co.ukFacebook page …. The Great British Grooming Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Kellie Ceccarelli, founder of Yoo Kan Too, we explore what trauma and triggers are… how they can affect us, and how compassionate inquiry can help. We also discuss addictions, the cry out method and the connection between mental and physical health.. Kellie Ceccarelli's contact details for Yoo Kan Too Therapy....Phone. 07480067148Email. [email protected]. yookantootherapy.comGabor Mate Interviews ....Happy Place Podcast ... Fearne CottonMad World Podcast ... Bryony GordonDiary of A CEO Podcast .... Steven Bartlett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we have a really lovely interview with Janet Tandy about the Kent Cynophobia Assistance Group, who help mainly young people with their fear of dogs.The is a really nice uplifting conversation that will hopefully bring a smile to your face. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TRIGGER WARNING - PREGNANCY / POST PARTUM / GOING BACK TO WORKToday I am speaking with Las Vegas mobile groomer Vanessa San Juan Thibault, she also runs one of the longest running grooming podcasts 'Shit On TheTable' with her grooming friend, also called Vanessa!We cover some of the things she found tricky when working in the salon whist being pregnant, some of the things that she worried about before taking time off, how she worried about going back and how she has adapted her work/life balance since she gave birth to her twins 22 months ago! We also find out along the way how some things in our industry differ between the UK and America.We also talk through some of the final questions I always ask.Shit on the Table ... Available on all major podcasting platformsWebsite ... https://www.shitonthetable.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am speaking to Ione Georgiakis from 'Tourettes Action' .... We talk through all things about Tourettes Syndrome, including; What Tourettes is, how it can present, how it feels, what tics are and learning about them.I really really enjoyed this interview, Georgia is so enthusiastic on the subject and is so good at explaining everything,Tourettes /action Website .... https://www.tourettes-action.org.uk/Links to newsletters and Events from Tourette’s Action …TA Newsletter - sign up herehttps://www.tourettes-action.org.uk/80-ta-newsletter.html Tea for Tourettes - our new October fundraising campaignhttps://www.tourettes-action.org.uk/173-tea-for-tourettes.htmlFree e-learning https://www.tourettes-action.org.uk/155-elearning.html  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Sally Hart about some difficult customer situations.Sally Hart is on the English Groomers Group, She has her level 3 City and Guilds and is Working through her Higher. She runs her own salon and has groomed for over 20 years both here in the UK and in South Africa.Groomfest - Dog Grooming Shopping Event - Sunday the 17th September, the Kennel Club Building, Stonleigh Park, Seminars booked via Groomfest Facebook or website.Booking Sally for a seminar - find 'Up Your Groom' on Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Kevin Simpson and Rebecca McFadden from Simpsons Grooming Supplies.We are talking about different products that can help make jobs easier, why we need to look after our products to make them last longer and save pennies, why customer service is important in business, why we should be communicating with our traders..... AND we talk about the UK dog grooming trade show Groomfest 2023 on September the 17th at Stoneleigh Kennel ClubSimpsons Website .... https://simpsons-online.co.uk/Groomfest Website ... https://groomfest.co.uk/Groomers Gallery ... https://groomersgallery.com/Groomfest and Simpsons Grooming Supplies both have Facebook pages too!!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Actor and Dog Groomer Stuart Simons!We discuss all sorts of things from our own experiences including performing, grooming, how we have seen stress and trauma can affect the physical body, grief, the spotlight, exercise, our salons... basically a really broad conversation to kick off series 2!Stuarts Website ... www.stuartsimons.comThe Groomers Spotlight ... www.thegroomersspotlight.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am Talking to Mike Wildman, Jo Silk-Smith and Lia Jayne Godding...We will be discussing teamwork, what's involved in being on Groom Team England and How it feels!Mike Represented England in the 2015 Worlds handstripping the English Cocker Spaniel, Next year Jo will be in the Same Class representing England with the same breed!Lia is our Team Captain who organises the team, the social networks and the advertising.Keep up to date with the team ... Instagram and Facebook @groomteameng Website https://www.groomteamengland.com/Visit the team on their stand at Premier Groom Competition Sunday the 13th of August https://www.premiergroom.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode vet Dr Sophie Bell & I discuss so many topics from working in the heat, clipper rash, cutting tongues, dryer seizures, epileptic seizures, being a groomer and a vet, how customers can make you feel and a good old chat around mental health.Look up Sophie’s fabulous website where you can find her webinars on all sorts of topics from; ‘Health and Welfare in the Groomroom’, ‘Bracheycephalic Dogs & Cats’ ‘Performing CPR in Dogs and Cats’ … and MANY more! …https://www.animallovepetfirstaid.co.uk/educational-webinars Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I had the pleasure to interview Angela Caley, Founder of ICMG UK... We talk about some of her acheivements such as Winning Groomer of The Year 1989 and Eurogroom!She offers her opinions on the industry and explains how it has changed along the way... We also discuss a bit about the ICMG Qualification and how it helps set you up with the knowledge and support you need to pass the exam and tackle the world of dog grooming in the salon!ICMG UK Facebook Pagehttps://icmguk.com/ Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Windsor Championship Dog Show, Show Manager Gary Gray.We discuss how dog showing can help your grooming, why it’s a fun day out and why we should head to Windsor this week! Thursday 29th June - Toy & TerrierFriday 30th June - Working and PastoralSaturday 1st July - GundogSunday 2nd July - Utility & Hound & Best In Show!Gary has been showing since the mid 70’s, he has many groups and best in shows under his belt, he has handled many breeds & he judges multiple breeds too!We also chat a bit about his take on the grooming industry as he has worked with in a dog grooming salon previously & he attends many of the grooming events with me.Windsor Championship Dog Show Website… www.windsordogshow.org.ukFacebook Page…. Windsor Championship Dog Show (Born 2012) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking to Kelly Davis about Competing, Supergroom and how it is important to be kind.Kelly won TV Show Pooch Perfect, She has her Full City and Guilds and her PIF Highers.. She also trains new groomers at her grooming school... and she judges at grooming competitions all over the UK... AND she runs her own clothing line and her own grooming competition in the South West' Supergrooom'LinksSuper groom and KD Grooming Studio Webpage .... https://www.kdgroomingstudio.co.uk/events/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I am talking to Dr Julie Osborn, she is a Doctorate in Psychology and a lis a Liscenced Clinical Social Worker, she specialises in cognitive behavioural therapy… She also has her own podcast called ‘My CBT Podcast’Today we are talking about shame and perfectionism, I am also learning about CBT and how it works.Links …My CBT Podcast …. Found on all major podcast platforms Spotify/Apple/Google Play … ecthttps://open.spotify.com/show/3A2u4NLAH5I5bdguokRFPo?si=tpOzGVXZQeaEXvdgfzWjkgDr Julie’s :Website … https://mycognitivebehavioraltherapy.com/aboutInstagram ... My CBT PodcastFacebook ... Doctor Julie OsbornRecommended company to help you find a CBT Therapist in your area .... Feeling Good Institute Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I am talking to Julie Harris about Exams, Revision, Training, Qualifications, The Groomers Spotlight & Julie Harris Education. Link to Julie’s website ….. https://www.julieharriseducation.com/Link to The Groomers Spotlight …. https://www.thegroomersspotlight.comJulie Harris owns and grooms in a salon, she judges at grooming comps, she regularly holds seminars all over the UK, helps run the Rookie grooming competition, is a member of the English Groomers Group, she was a writer for the City & Guild Exam and she has also been an examiner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I am speaking to Ry & Nic from the 'Whip It Out' Podcast... We talk about their podcast 'Whip It Out' - I wanted to ask them about their aims and objectives of restarting the podcast and what they think it brings to the industry... I also wanted ask about their relationship as really good friendsWe also talk communication with customers in difficult situations, the problems with social media, taking time of, being able to not take life too seriously and most importantly remembering there is more to us than our jobs! ... This episode contains a lot of swearing, laughs, and down to earth relatable discussions :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I am talking from Zoe, from Zoe Joanna Coaching.Zoe is a neurodiversity coach... I want to talk about some of the common traits of ADHD and ASD that aren't always so well known, bust some myths… and we also chat about how to communicate about finding out the ways you or a fellow member of staff may struggle and how to help offer support with neurodiversity within the salon.Podcasts I mention ... Happy Place, ADHD AF, ADHD AdultsZoe’s Bio…Zoe is a Neurodiversity Coach and speaker on a mission to empower Neurodivergent individuals. Drawing from personal experience, Zoe guides individuals towards self-acceptance and self-advocacy, providing support and helping build strategies for managing Neurodivergent challenges. Zoe believes everyone has the right to live in a world that accommodates their unique needs and strengths. Their speaking engagements inspire and motivate others to embrace their Neurodivergent identities and achieve their goals.Links:www.zoejoannacoaching.com@zoejoannacoaching Instagram and [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am Talking About.... My story and why I started the podcast, and what's to come...I am also talking to Jitka Krizova about:Trying different hobbies and finding what you enjoyTrying different ways of escaping your work brainHow helping others and being a part of something makes you feel connectedJust some of Jitka's achievements in our industry ...Been on Groom team England for years as the wire coat Handstrip representativeWon countless competitions and best in shows Been a member of Saradon Terriers Team for 20 yearsTaught one to ones and seminars based around handstrippingCreated a whole line of products for the salon that are now available across www.thegreenpetshop.co.uk and the https://thesentinel.dog/ Set up Styled to rescue in the uk to raise money for rescue dogs And has run her own grooming businesses both here in the UK and in her home country of Slovakia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A good old chat with Tiffany Jennings about her experiences working in; a Kennels, a High Street Salon, her Mobile Van and 1-1 back in the Salon... Focussing heavily on the mobile environment.We also Talk about her new venture Top To Tail the groomers clothing business .... https://toptotailclothing.co.uk/And about how damaging we think the goal of creating the' perfect' groom is! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kelly Henley, Owner of KJG Grooming Academy, and I speak about what its like to step out into the world of work after you finish your training!We talk about some of the worries and come up with ways to reassure them :)This Episode is especially helpful for/aimed at Newbie Groomers!Kellys KJG Grooming Academy website .... http://KJGdoggrooming.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A really fun interview where I speak to dog groomer Tanya Sala’s about her hobby, cold water swimming.. we discuss why she does it, what it feels like and what the benefits are… Expect lots of laughs, giggles, interesting conversations and plenty of swearing!… An all round bloody good chat! :)Wim Hof Method Details .... Freeze The Fear (BBC IPlayer), Happy Place Podcast (Spotify and more), Wim Hof Podcast (Spotify and more)Cold Water Swimming Facebook Groups .... Open Water Swimming UK, Northern Ireland Open Water Swimming, Wild Swimming - IrelandOpen Water Swimming Websites - www.nowca.org www.swimming.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am talking To Leigh Taylor, qualified and practising counsellor about Self Acceptance, Self Worth, Self Confidence and both how we can help ourselves and how talking therapy can help.To book a session with Leigh either face to face or over zoom call 07534 219175 or visit her website here .... https://thebutterflyprogramme.org.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A introduction to the Podcast, and what's to come... Paula and I talk about just some of the ways we can find general work stress in the salon & discuss some ways to avoid it, we talk through the importance of having time to relax and a bit about her hobby, dog showing, `find out how to get involved and how it going to dog shows can help you back in the salon!Paula has been a groomer over 25 years, she has her full Icmg, she has both competed and judged at grooming competitions and she is well known in our industry and around the show ring for her love of and success with her Bedlington Terriers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.