JODIE'S GROOMIN' CATS 

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

 

Since I was a little girl, I have always had a deep connection to animals. A little passed away mouse I found outside in the backyard made me feel really sad. I wanted it to be alive. I didn't understand why it died. 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 a guinea pigs here and there. Every single pet was different. They all provided me companionship, affection and unconditional love. Beautiful and everlasting memories. My latest rescue cats May and June (above) are mum and daughter whom I fostered but I failed at that which resulted in me co-parenting.. So they are now stuck with me! My professional journey as an adult working with animals started as a passionate, excitable and enthusiastic young volunteer who tried her luck at a few large Melbourne animal shelters. What an eye opener, some positive and some negative. Next thing I am a paid trainee animal attendant who 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. That was a very big part of my life. I always felt making a difference for the lost, the abused, the unwanted and abandoned animals 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 this industry , council pounds, private vet clinics over nearly 20 years I did wear myself out mentally. I decided to take time out in 2020 and step back. Compassion fatigue is very real and affects many animal care workers in the pet industry especialIy in the welfare sector.  

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So I am back in 2026.. much fresher, more positive, more wiser and still have the same fire in my belly. My grooming business is booming again. I have the most dedicated and loyal clientele and it is growing. I used to fly down from Qld just to groom their cats because they would not go elsewhere. I am so grateful for such a wonderful cat caring community. 

 

I'm going to continue to GROOM Cats, GROOM Rabbits... GROOM doggies (  they are pet clips). 

I will bring my heart and expertise to every pet to feel special and loved! Whether it’s pampering fluffy friends or just sitting with your furbaby having some time to calm them, I am happy to do that. Holiday care provided for your kitty in the Deluxe Suite. If you need some basic animal health advice, I am always happy to assist. 

 

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 🐈