Meet the groomer
Valeria grooms every dog that walks in
No rotating staff, no apprentice finishing the job. One person, start to finish.
Five years grooming — and time in veterinary care before that
Valeria spent time working alongside a veterinarian before opening Simba’s. That is an unusual route into grooming, and it shows in three places:
- Handling — she knows how to hold a frightened dog safely
- Awareness — lumps, sore ears, skin trouble and pain get noticed, and mentioned
- Patience — stress-free methods rather than getting it done quickly
Most groomers learn entirely in salons. The veterinary grounding is why owners of anxious, elderly, or previously badly-handled dogs tend to end up here.
The approach
Treated the way she’d want her own dog treated
The goal is a dog that looks and feels better — and one that is not dreading the next visit.
Kindness first
Every breed, size, and temperament. Nervous dogs are given time rather than forced through.
Honest about limits
Simba’s is a grooming studio, not a clinic. When something needs a vet, you will be told plainly.
Nothing hidden
De-matting time, add-ons, and anything found during the groom are discussed with you, not after.
Your first visit
What to have ready
A first appointment goes faster if you can tell Valeria:
- Your dog’s breed and rough weight
- Coat type — short, medium, long, curly, or double-coated
- Which service you think you need
- Any behaviour notes: anxiety, reactivity, bad past experiences
- The days and times that suit you
