Soapy is our 7-pound toy poodle who has been with us for almost 10 years. Before Soapy, we had Louie, also a toy poodle who was with us for 9 years. Tara is (and has been) their groomer.

Tara has been grooming dogs for many years, working and being employed either by our vet or with other dog grooming businesses. This year changed things…when she was laid-off due to the COVID-19 shut-down in March.

Tara has been wanting her own business for some time but how to make that happen…and did she want a brick and mortar location…or maybe…possibly a mobile pet grooming business? During this lay-off time, she got busy with making her dream come to life…establishing a business plan, securing financial support…and finding a converted van suitable for her business.

Sittin’ Pretty Mobile Pet Grooming Salon was born and is now in full action mode…pet grooming on wheels! This past Thursday, Soapy had his second grooming experience in Tara’s van. At the appointed time, Tara pulls into our driveway, I hand over Soapy, and he is bathed, trimmed, clipped, and dried, all in the inclusive and comfortable surroundings of her van.

When I see Tara’s van in my driveway I can’t help but be filled with such joy, amazement and gratitude…here is Tara’s dream…parked right here in front of me! TOTALLY AWESOME! Just in the few months since Tara started her business, she has a waiting list of customers! All the best to you Tara…you are the BEST!

THANK YOU for all these years of your special TLC of our pets, Soapy and Louie!

Here are some pics from Thursday…

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