Stylist

When Passion Meets Professional Excellence

My name is Erika, and I am a Master Groomer with over 16 years of professional experience in the pet grooming industry. I am proud to be recognized as a Master Groomer in my region, a reflection of my long-term dedication, advanced education, and unwavering commitment to excellence in my craft.

I am also an internationally certified educator, having completed a Teacher’s Course in Malaysia, which has expanded my expertise and allowed me to mentor and educate groomers both nationally and internationally. In addition, I serve as a Texas Educator and representative for the Texas Pet Professional Groomers Association (TPPGA), where I support the growth, standards, and advancement of the grooming industry.

My specialty is modern, precision-based grooming, including advanced scissoring, coat sculpting, and breed-standard styling. I approach each groom as a form of artistry, enhancing the natural beauty and structure of every dog in my care.

Committed to lifelong learning, I have attended numerous grooming academies, seminars, and expos, and have competed in national grooming competitions since 2017, earning multiple awards for my work.

I am also a proud owner of two retired show dogs, including the Miniature Schnauzer—my specialty breed.

With an artistic eye, technical precision, and genuine compassion, I strive to ensure every dog not only looks its best but feels its best as well.

Competition Achievements:

  • Award and recognitions in national grooming competitions since 2017

  • Rags to Riches Double K 1st Place Winner Against 146 contestants in the U.S.A

  • Entry Division
    Baja Expo 2017 Tijuana, Mexico
    2nd Place Winner in Freestyle

  • Expo West 2018 Pasadena, California
    2nd Place Entry Winner Wire Coat Hand Stripping

  • Super Zoo 2019 Las Vegas, Nevada
    3rd Place Entry Winner Wired Coat Hand Stripping


  • Silicon Valley Pet Event 2019 San Jose, California 2nd Place Winner Freestyle


  • Groom Expo West 2020 Pasadena, California 2nd Place Intermediate Winner Wire Coat Hand Stripping

  • Copa Schnauzer Online May 2020 91 Competitors and 20 Countries. 1st Place Intermediate Winner in Hand Stripping and 1st Place Winner in Machine and Scissoring

    Groom Expo West 7/2021 1st Place Winner Freestyle Intermediate Level and 1st Place in Group plus 2nd place Handstripping

  • Las Batallas Grooming Competition 4/2023 1st Place in Intermediate Freestyle and 1st place in Group Tijuana Mexico

  • Groom Expo West 2/2024 2nd Place in Intermediate for Handstripping Pasadena California

  • PIGA Academy Malaysia 2025

  • Certified in Asian Fusion

  • Teachers Program

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Certifications

  1. Bather And Brusher

  2. Pet CPR And First Aid

  3. Mutt Makeover

  4. Salon Safety Certification

  5. Pet Groomer And Pet Hygienist

  6. Creative Groomer And Asian Fusion

  7. Member Of The National Dog Groomers Association Of America

  8. Poodle Grooming 101

  9. Hand Stripping

  10. Certified in Terrier with N.D.G.A.A

  11. Covid-19 Certification Training and Test

  12. A Senior Moment

  13. Certified in Non-Sporting with N.D.G.A.A

  14. Asian Fusion

  15. Certified in Sporting with N.D.G.A.A

  16. MASTER GROOMER

  17. Teachers Course

  18. Texas Pet Professional Association Member

Dog Grooming Lessons Available