09/03/2026
This weekend I stepped a little outside my comfort zone and entered my very first grooming competition at AusGroom in Melbourne, travelling across with a team of fellow groomers from SA✂️🐾
I competed in the Entry Level Asian Fusion and Teddy classes. I’m incredibly proud to say I placed 3rd in Asian Fusion 🥳🥉
Although I didn’t place in Teddy, I walked away with some really valuable feedback from the judges and I am very proud of my groom I did in an extremely competitive class.
Competitions are such a different environment to the salon – the pressure, the time limits, and the incredible talent around you really push you to grow. I’m so proud of the grooms I produced and grateful for the critiques that will help me keep improving.
A huge thank you to the organisers, judges, and everyone who helped create such a supportive and inspiring event. And of course thank you to my wonderful models who made it all possible. 🐶
Feeling very motivated to keep learning, refining my skills, and hopefully stepping back in the ring again soon. 💪✨
Both dogs were prepped with HYDRA Australia for the fluffiest finish 💜
Pics below for everyone that asked 📸 sij