12/06/2024
Why Small Businesses Matter in Danbury made possible by Fairfield County Bank! Meet Erica Funke founder of Zoomin Groomin - Greater Danbury, CT 🐾🐾
🐕 I hear that you recently hit the road with your mobile pet spa! Tell me about how it’s going so far?
🦴It’s been an exciting first week! We’ve groomed big dogs, small dogs, nervous dogs, stubborn dogs and excited dogs…you never know exactly how they will react to the van and the grooming process. I’ve learned that I have an adaptable, patient and professional grooming team that is prepared to work within the dog’s needs and behavior, and still get the job done!
🐕What towns will you travel to?
🦴Zoomin Groomin (Greater Danbury) proudly serves Bethel, Brookfield, Danbury, Georgetown, New Fairfield, Newtown, Ridgefield, Redding, Sandy Hook and Sherman.
🐕What was your inspiration for Zoomin Groomin?
🦴In 2023, I was laid off from my corporate job of over a decade at a local tech company. I experienced a very challenging year to follow, with both professional and personal loss, and it affected my mental health. There were days when the only thing that kept me going was my dog, Bruno. I started volunteering at a local animal shelter, walking the dogs each week, and it really helped me heal. The more time I spent with the dogs the more I knew that going back to the corporate world was not for me. Zoomin Groomin fulfills my desire to work with pet parents and their pups in a business focused on convenience and the well-being of the dogs. Getting groomed can be a stressful experience for many dogs, so any opportunity to help reduce this is beneficial. Seeing the looks on our clients' faces when we return their freshly groomed pup right at their door, with wagging tails, feels just as great as I imagined!
🐕How are you different from other mobile dog grooming businesses?
🦴Our goal is to offer a convenient grooming experience for pet parents and a stress-free environment for their beloved four-legged family members. We take our time to get each pup acquainted with the groomer, and move at a pace that will establish trust and safety. The groomer is hands-on with your dog the entire time and they will never be in a cage or crate. We can accommodate dogs of most breeds and sizes, which are especially a great option for seniors, big dogs, nervous or dog-reactive dogs, and pups with very busy humans! We customize our approach with each dog, and take the time to work with pet parents to ensure a positive experience. My professional background has always been rooted in customer service; something I highly value in business, instill in my staff, and will strive to deliver to our clients every day. We will treat your pup as if they are our own!
🐾🐾”Sit. Stay. We’re On the Way.” Contact Erica Funke at Zoomin Groomin of Greater Danbury:
Phone: 203-429-7057
Website: www.zoomingroomin.com
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