Naomi is a certified Fear Free groomer with a special interest in behavioural grooming. At Zen Dog Grooming the physical and emotional wellbeing of your pet is our top priority. Naomi believes in making grooming a positive experience, never pushing a dog through a groom if they are struggling, and working with your dog if they display any anxieties during the grooming process.

Naomi’s Story

Naomi is a fur mother of two beloved doggies, Maybel and Olive, who inspired her to learn the art of dog grooming. She became curious about grooming when her concern grew about the visible anxiety her dogs displayed when taking them to the groomer.

After completing her training Naomi worked in the industry at a large reputable salon in Sydney, where the goal was to groom as many dogs as possible and get them in and out quick. It didn’t take long for Naomi to see why so many dogs experience anxiety about grooming. Being told she was “too nice” to the dogs and encouraged to be more forceful to get the job done, Naomi felt the job was not in alignment with her ethics about how animals should be treated. Momentarily questioning whether she should pursue this career, Naomi made an impassioned decision to continue this journey and do things differently, determined to make grooming a better experience for as many dogs as she could.

After gaining more experience and know how, Naomi decided to go out on her own and founded Zen Dog Grooming, where she could do things her way - a kinder way which she wholeheartedly believes is the only way. In her efforts to research the most humane grooming methods, Naomi soon learned about behavioural grooming which aligned with her beliefs and values and she continues to learn as much about these techniques as possible.

Patience, consideration, love, kindness, calmness, and understanding, are the foundational principles at Zen Dog Grooming.

Naomi’s Mission

As a genuine lover of all animals, Naomi’s work and life ethos is that every animal deserves love, respect and kindness. Animals are sentient beings who feel and experience all emotions just as we do and Naomi is passionate about upholding high animal welfare standards in all situations.

For Naomi, her dogs are not just her dogs, they are her babies, and their care is of the utmost importance to her.

It is our mission to provide this level of care for the pets who are of the utmost importance to you.