About us
We’re more than a dog salon — we’re a place where dogs feel great and the women behind the scenes thrive. From expert washes to breed-specific styling, we deliver top care with heart.
Michaela, head of grooming and training, is passionate about personalised dog care, tailoring each groom to suit your dog’s unique personality while training others to become trustworthy, skilled groomers.
With years of experience, she has seen how “difficult” dogs thrive when they can rely on a consistent groomer and shorter salon visits.
In 2022, Michaela partnered with Progressive Vet Care in Malvern East, and the following year opened her first salon in Elsternwick, where she led a small team and helped them refine their skills and enter grooming competitions.
In late 2025, she joined New Leash Dog Salon as lead groomer and trainer, bringing her expertise to dogs across Canterbury and surrounds.
Outside of work, Michaela loves adventuring with her standard poodle and border collie, competing in conformation and dances with dogs. She began grooming full-time in 2019 after completing tertiary studies in animal care, including nutrition, behaviour, training, and compliance.