Meet Your Instructors

Jennifer Smith

Owner and Instructor Jennifer Smith is a nationally Certified Master Groomer, having attained this prestigious status in 1996. Jennie is a much sought after national speaker at grooming conventions, speaking on various topics related to dog grooming. She has contributed to a number of published dog grooming reference books, and is considered a valuable resource by other grooming professionals.

She has been a grooming instructor for seventeen years. Her hands-on, individualized approach to teaching will allow you to get the most from your education. If you want a rewarding career that allows you express your creativity, let Dogs’ Own Grooming School help you get there.

Kelly Thompson

Kelly Thompson graduated under Jennie’s instruction after years of experience as a bather in the grooming industry. She works with Dogs’ Own Grooming School as Jennie’s assistant and the Bathing and Drying Instructor for the school.

Kelly’s attention to detail and the pets well-being makes her a great model for the students to follow.

Nicole Deubach

Nicole Deubach is our School Administrator and Manager of our salon and daycare facility. She has many years of dog experience and administrative work. Nicole works hard with our students to answer their questions and aid in their transition to our grooming school.