10/24/2026
New Fresh Face Friday with Nick Petravich! Many of you have seen Nick on stage competing and now it’s time to catch up and learn more! ✨Chicago Dog Groomer✨Nick Petravich 🏳️⚧️
From the salon to the stage to the ring, Nick is an extremely versatile groomer! Swipe through to see it all!
💜 What is your favorite breed and why?
Nick: “Poodles! But Newfoundlands have really grown on me after grooming so many of them- they really are big happy bears and their trims are very satisfying!”
💜 How long have you been grooming?
Nick: “I am 8 years out of petsmart grooming academy” 😎
💜 Who is a groomer that inspires you or you look up to?
Nick: “Marci Wanta! Especially as a salon owner I’m in awe how she manages a business while also growing SO much so fast- she’s always willing to try new breeds and she inspires me to keep working toward my goals!”
💜 What is one piece of advice you have for anyone new wanting to compete in grooming?
Nick: “Find someone who has competed before to help walk you through everything day of-and ask questions if you need help in the prep area! 99% of people are happy to help if they’re able to.”
💜 What is a fun, weird, or interesting fact about you or activity we would never
guess you also do!?
Nick: “I buy all my heat packs from a woman named Judith on Etsy-l buy them for me, as gifts, I think l’ve bought 7-8 since 2019 from her.”
Just fabulous! Thank you Nick for being our Fresh Face Friday Feature this week and we hope Nick’s words have encouraged some of you newer groomers thinking about competing to give it a go!
