Rising Star and Pet Groomer Grad: Grooming Rockstar Launches Business While Studying At Paragon
Meet Rising Star and Pet Groomer Grad Valerie Del Rio of Ruff Life Mobile Grooming in Dallas, Texas! Valerie is a grooming rockstar, launching her own mobile grooming business while working through our program. That takes a dedication to the craft we don’t often see, and we wish her success as she takes these next exciting steps!
Just ask her mentor Liz Thompson, who tells us, “There is SO much to say about Valerie! She has been a light to this program and with every dog that she works on she has blown me away with her growth. Valerie has been working on this program while also working as a mobile groomer. With the differences between a brick-and-mortar salon and mobile, Valerie has been able to make flawless adjustments to her skills and techniques to achieve high-level grooms. Along with her talent in her grooms, Valerie is extremely sweet, appreciative, and respectful. I wish her nothing but the best in this career and I hope to see her continue moving mountains in the future!”
Why did you choose dog grooming as a career?
I chose grooming as a career for several reasons. To share my love with other pups as I do my own. I always felt my pup was just a number at regular commercial salons. She always returned home stressed out. I decided to learn and treat other family pets with the love time and care they deserved. One on One.
What did you enjoy most during your coursework?
I enjoyed the mentorship. The knowledge shared with me was truly helpful in every way. It was constructive and useful to where I could immediately apply it in my day to day. I never felt belittled, always encouraged.
Where can we see your work?
I have started my own mobile grooming business. My work can be seen via Instagram; Facebook and my website. Ruff Life Mobile Grooming (Northlake, Texas)
What are your future goals?
To continue to learn as much as I can. I would love to one day become a Master Groomer. I also have plans to add more groomers and vans to my business.
Any advice for aspiring groomers?
Follow your heart. The pet grooming industry has such a need for dedicated and caring individuals. If you have been blessed with this dream, keep going!