Meet the team
Kath
Founder / Owner
Senior Dog Stylist
With a background in everything from ski resorts to Operations Manager for a Retirement Village, Kath has found her calling as an internationally qualified professional Dog Groomer (and a dog lover through and through).
Kath has an excellent knowledge of many breed trims and knows exactly which products and services will be the best option for your dog. She believes passionately in the welfare and protection of all animals and the environment. The Earth friendly design of the salon and it's day to day operations of the salon reflect this.
"Our goal at The Dapper Dog is not only a beautiful groom (that goes without saying) but also that your pooch loves coming for their groom. Most regulars run in the door excited for the attention of their pamper session."
An adventure lover, when Kath is not at the salon you will find her out in nature or spending fun days out with her family, friends and her dogs. Kath has two Miniature Schnauzers, Mabel & Macy.
Stef
Senior Dog Stylist
In 2021, Stef made the career change from many years of Vet Nursing to grooming and is loving every minute. She has a particular fondness for "small fluffies" such Shih Tzu's and Maltese as well as protection breeds such as Rottweilers and German Shepherds.
Stef has a great love for all animals as is apparent by the many animals she cares for at home from her 2 dogs Butch and Lucy to 30 chickens. She absolutely loves dogs above all!
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Stef has a warm personality and loves to share a laugh. She creates a genuine bond with each dog under her care which is apparent the next time they see her. An absolute foodie, Stef will give anything a go! She loves spending time out and about with friends when not at the salon.
Kadie
Professional
Dog Groomer
Kadie grew up in Kelly country in Northern Victoria. When she was five she became obsessed with dogs after her family adopted a one year old Rottweiler, who was a great best friend and protector. After her family bought a farm, they got Bandit the Kelpie, who still hangs out at the farm and is more of a family member than a farm hand.
Kadie's had dogs her whole life, and until she moved to the city and worked mostly retail, she realised pups are needed in her life. She completed her certificate in Animal Care, then later on achieved her Dog Grooming Certificate 3.
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In her spare time she’s doing yoga, getting creative, or outside enjoying nature.
Jaimi
Senior Bather / Reception
Growing up with a mum who rescued anything that needed help, Jaimi has a respect and love for animals above nearly everything else. Working with dogs was always her happiest job and while she has taken the scenic road through administration, analytics and marketing to get here - she is back where she belongs, with her beloved doggos! Creating a genuine relationship with the dogs she gets to spend some time with is always her goal, hopefully resulting in them loving coming in for their appointments and leaving feeling a million bucks.
Outside of work you will always find her with either her fur child or human child exploring literally anywhere new she can find. She loves spending time with her family and friends, especially down at the beach, and would never say no to live music (no matter the type).
Darcy
Senior Bather
In my free time I love to read a book or two, fantasy genre novels being my favourite at the moment. I also love being outside and in nature as much as possible so often spend a lot of time exploring locally with my partner and friends!
When I'm not at work during the week, I’m away studying my Animal Care Certificate so that I can continue to develop and grow my knowledge.
I love working with dogs because of the opportunity to make a positive impact in their lives after they’ve had such a hugely positive impact in mine. Being able to see all their unique little personalities every day and get some on the job cuddles is just a plus!
I have five fur babies, three dogs and two cats. My three dogs, Jacky, Jimmy and Freddy are my little senior trio. They’re absolutely inseparable. If they’re not playing with on another, they’ll usually be snoozing away under the sun together.
Kaz (Kaziah)
Bather
I love working with dogs as they are such kind and loving creatures. Getting to see a happy tail wag and all the cute, fluffy faces always brightens my day.
Working with such special and smart animals is amazingly rewarding and I love it. Being able to give dogs a positive grooming experience is the least I can do for them as dogs do so much to help us. In my spare time I like to crochet (especially little outfits for my pets), I like to also create mini builds and I love spending time with my three doggies Teddy, Snow and Kismet (Spoodle, Siberian Husky and hairless Chinese Crested)