Some training programs are simply perfect for some people. That can certainly be said about Vicki W., graduate of our sister school Penn Foster’s Pet Groomer Program and an accomplished owner
of a grooming/boutique business. Vicki opened Pawberry Patch Grooming and Boutique in February of 2008, known for its unique, relaxed atmosphere. Pawberry Patch is located in a charming 140-year-old building. According to Vicki, her boutique is the start of a “new adventure.”

“ What more could I want? I'm doing what I love in a place that I love.”

Vicki studied pet grooming with Penn Foster and now specializes in dog grooming. The Pawberry Patch grooming process includes a bath, haircut, ear-and-teeth cleaning, and ends with a massage. (Pawnail coloring is an option, if it suits your fancy.) Throughout the process, Vicki puts on music to relax her clients (the dogs, that is): proof that Vicki has found a profession she can feel good about while at the same time enjoying her work. Pawberry Patch will participate in a Fall fundraising event, “Howl-A-Ween”, and plans to donate half of the proceeds to an association whose goal is to build a local dog park. I can't wait to see all the dogs dressed up and I know we are helping a good cause.”