Meet the Staff
We asked our staff, "Why do you work at the Atlanta Dog Spa?"... Here's what they said!
Anais--Canine Stylist
My name is Anais Hayden, my business name is Dog Grooming by Anais. Prior to joining Atlanta Dog Spa I worked at Klippers Pet Grooming in Columbus, GA. I worked under owner Dawn Omboy. Dawn is a National Certified Master Groomer/Creative Groomer also known as The Queen of Color. I started working at Klippers in 2003 when I was 15 years old. Dawn being an icon in the grooming industry became my mentor and grooming instructor. I worked after school, weekends and during the summer. While working there I learned a lot about Creative Grooming and was immediately taken by the beauty and art of the grooming style.
I have always had a love for art and animals, especially dogs ever since I was 2 years old. My favorite hobby growing up has always been drawing and I was strongly encouraged by my grandmother who would supply me with boxes of paper and supplies. I took an art class every year while in school and was always one of the top in my class. In 2003 while a freshmen at Spencer High School I was featured in 37th Edition of Who's Who Among American High School Students for my artistic achievements. In 2007 I received a partial art scholarship to Andrew College. In 2009 I received my Dog Grooming Certification from Penn Foster College.
In January 2011 I received a certification from Nash Academy of Animal Arts for completing the Expressions & Profiles: Long Legged Terrier Online Course. In March 2011 I competed for the first time in the Atlanta Pet Fair with my Powderpuff Chinese Crested name Swinger. I won second place and $300 in the Open Division Creative Grooming Competition. I continued to work for Dawn Omboy until November 2011. I am currently working as an Independent Dog Groomer at the Atlanta Dog Spa in Atlanta, GA. I will always be thankful to have been trained by the best as I continue to pursue my career in dog grooming.
Anne
I love working at ADS, as I've had dogs my whole life, and couldn't imagine my life without them. They provide unconditional love and it brings a smile to my face to interact with animals on a daily basis. My co-workers are awesome, the job is so much fun, and I love the fact that everyday I can bring my dachshund, Gretchen, to work with me!
Blair
I like working at the Dog Spa because it feels more like play than work. The people here are friendly and all of the dogs make me excited to come in each day.
Brandon
I truly enjoy working at Atlanta Dog Spa. I'm very passionate about dogs and just recently adopted a new puppy from the humane society. One of my favorite things about working here with the dogs is when you see how excited they are when you walk in the room, and you get to play with them all day. What other job allows you to play all day like that? I really can't wait to start bringing my puppy to work with me!
CaDarra
I work at ADS because I have a love for dogs. Dogs are intelligent, vibrant creatures and fun to hang around. I've grown up all my life with all breeds of dogs. Now that I have an opportunity to work with them it makes me care for them even more.
Claudia
I work at the Atlanta Dog Spa because I love dogs. Any dog that needs my attention, whether it be in the form of a good scratch behind the ear or a game of fetch, is going to find it. I work at ADS because I believe that dogs are people too.
Daphne
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Dara
I enjoy working at the Atlanta Dog Spa because it is fun and rewarding. Every day I work with both new and familiar canine personalities. I never know what the day will bring. Plus, taking care of and playing with dogs doesn't feel like work! ADS is a great environment for people and canines alike.
David
I originally came to work at the Atlanta Dog Spa to help my good friend Sarah Segal out but ultimately stayed because of the dogs and the parents. I needed to do my little part to make everyone feel welcomed and spoiled. As much as the dogs deserve this, so do the great parents and I do what I can to make sure the parents feel good about leaving their "children" with us. And there are some special bonds that I've made with a couple of dogs: namely Hazel, Oliver and Emma. And I don't want to ever imagine a Tuesday without at least one of them!
Jay
I love working at Atlanta Dog Spa! I grew up on a farm so I am used to having alot of animals to love and take care of on a daily basis. Now I have a great job where I actually get paid to play with dogs all day! Plus, all the love you receive from the dogs everyday is priceless. And for the first time in my life I can take my dog to work with me. I love it!
Jenny
I love working at ADS because it is so fun to come to work to play with dogs. I love getting to know each of the dogs that comes here and I really enjoy seeing the unconditional love between dogs and their humans!
Jesse
It hasn't happened often for me in the past, but in the Atlanta Dog Spa I have truly found a place where i genuinely enjoy coming to work everyday. It never really seems like a chore because caring for the dogs over the course of many months means seeing results and that always keeps it interesting! Interacting with them from day to day allows me to form close personal relationships with each of the dogs, and also teaches me more about how they interpret the world around them. I also really enjoy the folks that i work with, and look forward to being at ADS for a long time!
John
Atlanta Dog Spa has a great atmosphere and even better staff. Taking care and playing with dogs is rewarding in itself. I feel as though I have a lot to learn from our canine companions and there is no better place than ADS. We have all heard the saying "you will never work a day in your life if you love what you are doing," and I couldn't agree more.
Jorge
Almost all my life I was surrounded by animals. I grew up with dogs, cats, birds, etc, and it made me want to study Veterinary Science and raise labs in my country, Peru. Now I have the opportunity to work with dogs: actually, it is not like you are working, because you like what you do. The dogs are amazing and every time that you see their faces, you can tell if they are happy, sad, or in pain; if you learn how to read that you could be the next Cesar. I'm very happy that I can work here with them, and the excellent people around.
Trenton
I come from a family that always had a dog, we are dog people. When I met my wife, my first pre-requisite for dating was must love dogs! She does, working in the veterinary industry for 17 years. At times we have had as many as four dogs under our roof! Working here at ADS, if you can call it work, is a natural fit for me. Everyone here at ADS are wonderful, motivated, dog lovers!
