About

About

Established in 2014 Wychwood Pet grooming is owned and run by Wendy Heather ICMG LCGI.  In 2021 Sarah Loakes joined Wychwood Pet Grooming and brought with her a knowledge and passion for all things Gundog, in particular English Setters.

Both Wendy and Sarah have a wealth of canine knowledge and love spending time with everyone’s four legged companions.  With their intuitive understanding of dogs, and desire to make the grooming experience happy and stress free, Wychwood Pet Grooming has provided a high quality service since 2014, with dogs receiving individual attention and benefiting from Wendy and Sarah’s patient and kind handling.

WENDY HEATHER ICMG LCGI

Having been surrounded by animals all her life, it was hardly surprising that Wendy began her professional career in the animal care industry by spending 7 years working in the rehoming centre of one of the UK’s largest animal welfare charities. During this time, Wendy developed a passion for dog training and behaviour, and simultaneously studied for a university Degree to take this on board.  Wendy moved on to an assessment and lecturing role with an animal welfare college and it was during this time that Wendy’s love of pet grooming started. In particular, she quickly realised that there was a need for a quieter environment in grooming parlours.

Dogs are Wendy’s greatest passion. Her life is not only working with them but also showing at Kennel Club level. In particular, Wendy shows and judges Irish Wolfhounds and is passionate about their health and the breed’s future. Wendy also shows and judges
Dachshunds, currently owning Miniature Long Haired and Miniature Wire Haired.

Wendy Holds degrees in animal behaviour and has completed her City & Guilds Level 2 & Level 3 Professional Diploma in Dog Styling. Wendy is also a keen competitor at dog shows, making up many Champions in Irish Wolfhounds.

Wendy is passionate about qualifications within the grooming industry and strives to continue her own professional development with seminar attendance and higher grooming qualifications. Wendy is a Certified Master Groomer and holder of an LCGI.

SARAH LOAKES

Surrounded by dogs from an early age, Sarah found her passion in English Setters.  A breed that she holds dearly to her heart, Sarah began showing English Setter’s at a high level and has never looked back.  Her love of showing dogs has taken her all over the world, handling many Champions and even gracing the famous green carpet at Crufts in the Best in Show ring.

Sarah joined Wychwood Pet Grooming in 2021 and holds her City & Guilds Level 2 & 3 Dog Grooming Diploma for Professional Stylists.  Sarah is an expert in all things Gundog and is able to offer one – on – one training in preparing and styling Setter’s for the show ring.

In her spare time, when (like Wendy) she isn’t at a dog show, Sarah enjoys baking, theater and caring for her Rose garden.

“We have a very nervous Labrador who absolutely loves Wendy and always looks and smells gorgeous after her spa days with her. Highly recommended!”

“My puppy always looks great after her visits to Wendy, and very relaxed and happy. I also love the fact that the products are chemical-free.”

“I love this place! My dog is so happy here, she actually looks forward to going! Wendy does exactly what I want done unlike some places that do their own thing. I can highly recommend Wychwood Grooming.”