ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Ann Martin is an award-winning, nationally certified master groomer, poodle breeder, and judge with a passion for animals that began in childhood. Raised in a family of dog and rabbit show enthusiasts, Ann began grooming at the tender age of 12, setting the foundation for a successful career in the pet grooming industry.
At just 20 years old, Ann became a nationally certified master groomer through the National Dog Groomers Association of America (NDGAA), a distinction that set her apart from others in the industry. She has since served as a Certifier for the NDGAA for 27 years, helping to train and certify the next generation of master groomers.
Ann’s competitive grooming career began in 1992 and quickly gained momentum. She joined Groom Team USA in 1993 and 1995, and won BIS at the World Competition in 1995. Her success continued with a win at the Oster World Invitational in 1998, and numerous Best in Show and Best All-Around awards, as well as Cardinal American Groomer of the Year.
Alongside her grooming career, Ann has bred and shown standard poodles for 25 years, resulting in many champion animals. Her love for animals extends to a variety of species, including sheep, pigs, and rabbits, which she has raised and shown to high placements and championships. Ann even served as a 4-H Swine leader for 7 years.
Beyond her animal-related pursuits, Ann is a mother of 6 boys, a Reiki Master Teacher, and an author and partner of the Mastery Grooming Series with Irina Pinkusevich. She also enjoys cooking and baking in her free time. With her impressive resume and dedication to animal welfare, Ann Martin is a true inspiration to pet grooming professionals everywhere.
Agnieszka Stańczyk –
There is no doubt that Ann is a very experienced groomer and a great teacher, I enjoyed listening to her so much. I found this video really valuable, with many practical hints. Thank you 🙂
kalispell –
learned a LOT! thank you!
skye_rickey –
Great course! I loved the variation in techniques, holds, and dog personalities used in this one.
deniz_koparan –
Good tips for handling small dogs
aimee cruz_aimee cruz –
Very helpful! Great course!
Krisan Webb –
Such great information on small dogs!
wojtasshiori –
I really love the handling advice given in this video is very educational!
Karolina Pielichowska –
I work with a lot of small dogs so this was super helpful. I love Ann’ attitude. Great course.
bethany.morris –
Great course, very insightful
Emily Ann Peddle –
Really helpful tips! Thank you, Ann!
Jayde Carrillo –
She was great! I love how much detail she went into about the dogs anatomy and why the dogs should be held a certain way to avoid painful injuries
Brittany Suggs –
As someone who works with all small dogs, this was a very informative and helpful!
Katherine L. –
great tips for safely handling toy breeds. Love the loop advice, as I would never thought of it myself. can’t wait to try these!
brien1 –
Lots of great information; so nice to hear an experienced groomer also explain how little dogs can be challenging for every one no matter if newbie groomer or long time groomer. Reassuring and informative
Karolina Grembecka –
Another great and unique webinar by The Groom Haus! Ann did a wonderful job explaining different techniques and holds on these little guys while emphasizing the importance of staying calm and being very gentle with these pups. I also really appreciated that there were 3 very different dogs used in this webinar (all 3 were super cute and sweet 💗)
Alison Kim –
Amazing, really great tips and can’t wait to try at work.
Alexandra Waits –
I loved this! I learned a lot in a short amount of time, and she kept me engaged the whole time. I love all the tips she gave, I definitly will be looking into her other courses!
Brandie Gitzendanner –
Very informative. Love her attitude!
Josie Lancaster –
I wish I’d caught this one live. I loved this course and Ann’s explanations. I also love how Ann stated that rushing these little guys will stress them. I take a calm and steady approach and always keep in mind that pain can be behind any negative behaviour, so this course really resonated with me.
RoxAnne Rose –
GREAT CLASS LEARNED A LOT
Sharon Turner –
Really good and easy to understand x
Heather Ausburne –
I learned some really great tips and it made me more confident in things I was already doing, knowing that it was the correct way. Ann was so clear in what she was teaching and explained things in a way I could easily understand. Time well spent!
Terri Walsh –
Lovely seminar on safe handling of our tiny friends highly recommend if you see a lot of littles in your salon!
Morgan Colocho –
Definitely gives you a different look and better feel for grooming small dogs😊
Sharlene Rosario –
Really helpful! Feeling more prepared to work with sensible toy breeds.
Anny Cleutinx –
Great tips on safe holds for tiny wiggle monsters!
Alexis Cruz –
I love her she’s a very great instructor
Ronda Boyd –
super great pointers and advise