Rachel Lount (0)

Having worked in office administration for 22 years as a secretary, personal assistant and receptionist, I was made redundant for the third time and decided to pursue my interest in dog grooming. However, with dog grooming being unregulated, I felt it was important to have an industry recognised qualification.

I trained at Brooksby Melton College in 2013/2014 where I passed my City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Introductory Dog Grooming. Then in 2017/2018 I went onto complete the full qualification by passing my City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma for Professional Dog Stylists with Summit Groomer Training Group.

I have my own salon based at home which is purpose built, modern and fully equipped including a hydrobath. The hydrobath massages and stimulates the skin providing a therapeutic water massage, which helps with blood circulation and relieves tired muscles. I offer a one to one grooming experience for your dog, with only one dog in at a time or only dogs from the same household. I prefer to use natural shampoos on my own dogs to promote a healthy, hydrated skin and coat and I use the same products in my salon. My salon also has a secure garden with astro turf and stones which is connected to the rear of my salon, so your dog(s) can be toileted safely and securely whilst in my care.

I was brought up with Cocker Spaniels and currently have 5 dogs. Aside from grooming, my other passion is dog agility which I have been doing since 2010. I initially started competing with Roxy and Poppy, who both reached grade 7 before they retired from agility. I currently compete all over the country with Isabella and Ruby who are both grade 7 and Pandora and Evie who are both grade 2. Dog agility has also led to me having an interest in the fitness and conditioning of my own dogs.

I am extremely proud to be a member of The Groomers Spotlight and for what it stands for and of my qualifications.