About the Groomer
QUICK ABOUT ME
8+ years in the grooming industry
experienced with anxious & geriatric dogs
certified in cat & dog first aid/CPR
artist background = precise haircuts
calm and patient disposition
MY FULL STORY
I started in the grooming industry in late 2014 at 18 years old. I worked as a dog bather at a corporate grooming salon while going to college to be an art teacher. I worked there for five years and learned the basics of grooming and how to work with dogs. As I was about to graduate college in early 2019, I was offered a position at a private grooming salon where I was trained under a more experienced groomer to perform full haircuts. I took to it fairly quickly due to my artistic background. It became a new medium for me; each haircut, a dog hair sculpture. From then on I worked as a solo groomer—spending one-on-one time with all of my furry clients—and I began to build trust and bond with each dog who came to see me regularly. It wasn’t hard for me to see that dog grooming was my passion, but I still wanted more opportunities to use my creativity. While teaching art during the 2020-2021 school year, I began to develop my business. I purchased my Ram Promaster van in April, 2021 and spent the entire summer designing and building Head to Paw Mobile Spa. I cannot wait to share my work with new and existing clients!
On a personal note, I’ve lived in Medina most of my life. I currently live here with my partner, Kyle, and our house full of fur-children. Along with our two cats (Fiori and Nimbus), we have two rescue dogs, Lyra (pictured left) and Pyxis (pictured right). I spend my free time taking the dogs on adventures, dying my hair fun colors, bouldering, and enjoying family and friends.
— Jenna Taylor, Owner & Groomer
About the Van
When I say I built my business, I mean it. I started with a completely empty van, did extensive research on electrical systems and construction materials, and spent the summer converting the van into a grooming salon in my driveway. I decided to do it myself rather than buy a premade grooming van primarily because I wanted to know that each material that went into the build would be up to my standards. It was important to me that I understood exactly how everything works and how it can be fixed if necessary. This also meant that I could hand select every material and decide how I could create the safest and most practical grooming environment.
FEATURE OVERVIEW
a lithium-ion battery bank that reliably powers most of my tools (I only plug into your house for my dryer)
a roof-mounted 6,824 BTU air conditioner that cools the space during summer
two roof-mounted ventilation fans for airflow and removing excess moisture
two 55 gallon drums—one fresh water, one gray water—no need for filling or dumping during a full day of grooms
a four gallon electrical water heater that keeps the bath a comfortable temperature
a fully LED lit grooming area to ensure a neat and safe haircut
a 50 inch stainless steel grooming tub—easily cleaned and supports large dogs
a 45 inch extra low grooming table—supports large dogs and easy to step up for those with mobility issues
a non-slip vinyl floor, allowing for ideal traction even when wet
HDPE (plastic) walls, allowing for easy disinfecting between grooms
Why Head to Paw Mobile Spa?
Consistency - The same groomer will be showing up at your door for every appointment. The quality of service will stay consistent and improve as I build trust with your pet.
Convenience - No interrupting your schedule and no stressful car ride to the groomer. I come to your home or business and give your pet my full attention—resulting in shorter grooming times than most traditional groomers. Current clients can also request appointments online 24/7.
Care - I will never rush through my grooms because that sacrifices quality and safety. My attention to detail and training in pet safety ensures your pet will always leave my care feeling as happy and comfortable as possible.