Amelia’s lifelong love for animals—and her curiosity for biology and natural healing—led her to leave traditional office and retail work in favor of a career dedicated to pets. Over the past ten years, she has worked in pet boarding and daycare, rescue work, and veterinary medicine, giving her a comprehensive understanding of both animal behavior and health. In 2025, she joined Paw Commons to continue pursuing her passion for grooming and holistic care.
Amelia has worked with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments—from tiny, palm-sized Yorkies to towering Great Danes. She’s handled special-needs pets with patience and grace, including dogs recovering from paralysis and heavily matted rescues in need of emergency grooming. Her most memorable experience remains the first time she helped a disabled dog regain the ability to walk—a moment that reaffirmed her calling to improve the lives of animals.
A certified groomer through Petco and Pet CPR and First Aid certified, Amelia is also pursuing her veterinary technician license. She holds a degree in Integrative Health and Healing and is currently training in Reiki and energy healing, which she incorporates into her grooming sessions to help pets feel calm and secure. She uses gentle touch, massage techniques, and careful observation of each dog’s cues to make the grooming experience positive and stress-free.
Amelia’s favorite part of grooming is witnessing transformation—both physical and emotional. She takes pride in helping nervous or fearful dogs gain trust over time, turning grooming from a stressful event into something enjoyable.
At Paw Commons, Amelia supports her teammates and clients with the same empathy she shows every pet. She believes that every dog deserves a safe, comfortable, and loving experience and goes the extra mile to communicate clearly with pet parents about their dog’s needs, comfort level, and overall health.
Favorite Part of the Job:
“Helping a dog who once feared grooming learn to enjoy it—it’s one of the most rewarding transformations I’ve ever seen.”
