"Take Me Home" Grooming Competition
Saturday, August 2, 3pm - 5:30pm
Location: Show Room Floor
Our Contest Coordinator
Ann Stafford is a 34 year veteran of the pet industry and has gained national recognition as an
industry leader.
Ann and her husband, Richard, own Ann’s Mobile Pet Grooming, the largest mobile operation in the Southeast, based in the Greater Atlanta area. She is responsible for hiring/training/supervision of the Team of experienced stylists.
They also produce the Atlanta Pet Fair, the largest show in the Southeast for professional pet stylists, which recently celebrated its’ 20th anniversay. The show has hosted the world’s largest pet styling competition, with over 200 entries, for the past two years.
Ann’s professional goal is to see every pet groomed by caring, gentle stylists who continually update their skill level and expertise by attending continuing education venues.
Credentials include:
- Certified Master Pet Stylist status with the International Society of Canine Cosmetology, National Dog Groomer’sAssociation of America, and International Pet Groomers, Inc.
- Speaker and Contest Judge @ National Grooming Conventions.
- Nominee for Cardinal Crystal Achievement Award @ Intergroom.
- Former President of Ga. Association of Professional Dog Groomers.
- Former Director/Owner of the Georgia Academy of Pet Styling.