Lisa Day grew up in the dog grooming industry and is now a Certified Master Groomer with over 40 years of experience. She trained in multiple salons before opening her own shop in Southern California. After running a successful business for many years, Lisa moved to Canada where she continues to work as a full-time groomer. She has an impressive portfolio that highlights her ability to expertly shape and style any dog. As Lisa says, “I can look at a big mop of hair and say ‘I can create something out of that.’”

Lisa is passionate about training the next generation of dog groomers. She has conducted numerous workshops and seminars, and has worked as a certifier for the Canadian Professional Pet Stylists. Lisa is also an accomplished show groomer who has won multiple awards across North America. In 2010, she placed first for Poodle obedience in the categories of “Poodle in Canada” and “Non-Sporting in Canada.”

Paddy Gaffney is a Certified Master Groomer who has been grooming for over 17 years. She currently runs her own salon based in Ottawa, Ontario. She loves spending her days with both dogs and people, and is passionate about working in an industry where “you can be your own boss.”

In addition to being an entrepreneur, Paddy is also an artist who creates pet portraits in her spare time. She says that grooming fulfills her creative needs because “it’s like sculpting the dog with scissors.” Paddy’s artistry is evident in her work; she has an eye for detail and continuously produces beautifully groomed dogs.