JODIE'S GROOMIN' CATS 

                                                                   Welcome to Jodie's Groomin' Cats....

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I have always had a deep connection to animals. My life has always been filled with companion furry friends. I have had so many rescue cats and dogs throughout my life, a few rabbits and one or two guinea pigs here and there. Every single pet was different. They all provided me companionship, loads of affection and an unconditional love that I can't explain. Beautiful and everlasting memories. My latest rescue cats May and June (above) are a mum and daughter duo whom I fostered for a few months but I failed at that which resulted in me co-parenting them now for the next 18 years hopefully.. So they are now stuck with me! My professional journey as an adult working with animals started as a passionate, excitable and enthusiastic young 22 years old volunteer who tried her luck at a few large Melbourne animal shelters. Certainly a very different perspective that was leading me after 6 months into a paid trainee animal attendant who was the supervisor of the Cat Quarantine and Cat Adoption areas. I loved that role. I was in charge of 6 volunteers on any given day, I had work experience students come in and also a few clients with disabilities who always enjoyed their visits to the adoption centre interacting with the cats that were waiting patiently for new homes. Those experiences kept me going. It was hard at times, some stories I would never want to replay. There were some very rewarding stories too.. Unfortunately lots of euthanasia of cats that came into the shelter areas never made it after the first 8 days. It was horrible. But I felt I could make a difference to the ones that were there. Only the very strongest and least stressed cats passed the test. I cleaned up the old, run down areas, I created more enrichment for the cats, the adoption rates increased and I felt very honored that I helped and nurtured a more loving, open minded and idea orientated culture amongst the staff. Finishing off there, I then studied many different animal courses ultimately leading me to obtain a Diploma of Veterinary Nursing. My world after that opened up other doors to working in various other setting with animals. I have adopted many cats/kittens and dogs out responsibly to new homes. This has always been another part of my life. I always felt making a difference in educating the public, giving advice and helpful insight to people. I wanted always to be there for the lost, the abused, the unwanted and abandoned animals which was such a priviledge and a positive opportunity to make change to their lives when they needed it most. Despite such an emotional rollercoaster and lots of physical work working in shelters , council pounds, private vet clinics for over 20 years, I did wear myself out mentally, physically and emotionally. I decided to take time out in 2023 and step back just to regroup and heal. Compassion fatigue is very real and affects many animal care workers in the pet industry especialIy in the welfare sector. We are their voice and often we just can't do more than we can do. 

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So after a good 3 years of rest and a sea change into a different landscape up in QLD, I have returned to what I love. To what makes me happy and grounded. I am much more fresher, positive, more wiser and still have the same fire in my belly. My grooming business is booming again.  I have really missed my old clients and their kitties. I have the most dedicated and loyal clientele and it is growing again with newbies joining our cat grooming community. I am very blessed that I just fit back in with a new vigour. 

 

I'm going to continue to GROOM Cats, GROOM Rabbits... GROOM doggies ( they are pet clips I can do not the "salon perfection ones lol). 

I will bring my heart and expertise to every pet I meet to feel special and loved which is what they always should experience. Whether it’s pampering fluffy friends or just sitting with your furbaby having some time to calm them first, I am in no rush. I don't have time limits. I book clients in for an appt not to be rushed out the door. I do also provide a DELUXE SUITE boarding room if you need kitty cared for too..

 

My mobile service can help when you don't have transport. When your cat/doggie is a very stressed car companion. Leave them at home. I will come to your place. My working hours are flexible. I am dedicated to continuing a valuable and specialised service to my current and new grooming clients and their loved companions. I am always here to lend a helping hand, provide any information or help out in an emergency! Don’t hesitate to reach out!    Happy grooming to all our furry friends...        From Jodie and the pussycats 🐈