The Grooming Team
Naomi Nasman (she/her)
Lead Groomer
Grooming has always been my happy place, and I’m so grateful to have these wonderful dogs in my life. I love being able to bond with your babies and help keep them healthy and happy!
In my free time I like to read, hike, write, and spend time with my family including my son and two kitties.
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Alicia Risolio (she/her)
Groomer
Alicia started grooming in 2017. She grew up with animals her whole life and as a kid, she wanted to be either a teacher or a dog groomer. Alicia trained to be a groomer through a professional academy - she loves the artistry of grooming and the highlight of her day is when owners are thrilled with how their pup looks after a spa day!
Ashley McCombs (she/her)
Groomer
Ashley has been grooming for 10 years and loves grooming dogs that get "pattern" haircuts such as Westies or Scotties! She has two dogs and two cats of her own.
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Kal Applegate (she/her)
Groomer
I have been a pet stylist since 2006. I am a mom to an amazing son who is my whole world. I have one Australian cattle dog named Dazie May and a step doggy named Sage that’s the cutest pitty. In my spare time I love to hike with the pups and my family. I am appreciative that owners trust me with their fur babies. Building a bond with each pup is my favorite thing about grooming. Terrier mix breeds are my favorites to groom. I also love to do coat carving.
Nikki Hansen (she/her)
Groomer
When I was younger I always dreamed of working with dogs but I never knew I would end up being a groomer and I’m so happy that I did! Dog grooming to me is an art. I love bringing the requests of pet parents to life and being trusted to take care of their babies. I take pride in giving the best care to dogs when grooming them.
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The Trainers
Deb West (she/her)
Trainer
Deb has been active in dog training for 5 years specializing in building fulfilling relationships for dog and handler using positive reinforcement. She is an AKC approved CGC Evaluator, Fit Dog instructor, and Temperament Tester. She is also an International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) Supporting Member and Pet Professional Guild Member.
Rhi Peake (she/her)
Trainer
Rhianna is an Utah native who’s been training dogs for 5 years. She has worked in pet stores and veterinary medicine in the past, as well as running her own training business. Rhianna is experienced in behavior modification, especially reactivity and grooming-related aggression. Her favorite thing to train is leash walking. She considers herself an “Open-Minded” trainer, meaning she is willing to use ethical training tools if a dog or owner would benefit from them. Rhianna loves hiking, digital art, and attending rock concerts in her free time.
The Daycare Team
In structured daycare, our attendants spend the entire day watching after, playing with, and falling in love with our pup guests. They use their creativity to identify fun games and even crafts for the dogs to engage in. They get to know each and every dog that is with us to ensure the best experience for them possible.
Chloe Jones (she/her)
Daycare Attendant
Chloe was a dog trainer through Guide Dogs for the Blind before working as a daycare attendant and coming to work for Pups! She loves labs and small pups and ensures all dogs have a great day away from home!
Dani Moon (they/them)
Daycare Attendant
Dani has been working with dogs for 6 years and was a groomer before coming to care for our daycare dogs! They love playing with Dobermans and Rottweilers + loved grooming Goldens! They have a pup of their own named Juneau J Tunnels who is the bestest boy!
The Leadership Team
Sonya Droguett (she/her)
Founder
Sonya opened Pups with the vision that routine grooming, training and daycare should be as comfortable for pets and transparent as possible for the paw parents. She is proud of the community that Pups has created and does not take for granted that our customers entrust us with the care of their fur babies. She loves them like her own!
Maddie (Roux) Warner
(they/she)
Business Manager
Roux has 15 years experience in the pet industry, working almost every job imaginable. They bring a variety of talents to Pups to help keep the business running smoothly!
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