Student Stories

We've been so impressed with the work of Christina Napolitano of Sunland Acres in Jacksonville, FL.

Rising Star Stefanie Nolazco took her poodle to the groomer – and she came back with a whole new career! Following her love of dogs, Stefanie grooms at The Gray Dog.

Rising Star Courtney Cavarello has loved animals since age five. Following her dreams, Courtney grooms at Pet Supplies Plus in Williamsville, NY.

Nicole Stapp is taking her love of dogs to new heights. Grooming at BrownDog Lodge, she just graduated Paragon's Pet Groomer – Level 2 course.

Cassie Roland finds peace in pet grooming. She discovered her passion as a veterinary technician, and began grooming at Petsense.

Meet Rising Star Lisa Eason! Lisa decided to go all-in on grooming at 50, and now makes waves from her own shop, Busy Bones Bowtique!

Meet Rising Star Jennifer Gray, a dog-lover going the distance! Jennifer hones her skill at Pet Supplies Plus.

Damariz Hernandez of Aurora, IL is off to a great start in grooming! Working at Pet Supplies Plus – Montgomery, IL, she recently graduated Paragon's Level 2 program.

Drew Anderson of Lexington, KY picked a new career at 60 – and they're off to an incredible start! Grooming at Pet Supplies Plus – Lexington, KY, they just graduated Paragon's Level 1 – Groom Tech program.

Camden, a groomer at the Resort for Pets in Fort Worth, TX has really impressed the Paragon team with her incredible grooming