Canine Clips Salon 
Canine Clips Salon
461 South Street
Marlborough, MA 01752
ph: 508-229-7955
cristine
About Us
Cristine Smith
Upadate: Oct 2017 I have received my certification as a AKC Safety Groomer
In 2008, I started breeding Cockapoo's and started grooming them myself because I didn't want to leave them somewhere all day. At the time I was working full time as a Salesperson for Health Insurance. After getting laid off in 2011 I decided to finally "do what I love"! In 2012 I completed a Dog Grooming Academy and started working as a groomer full time. I absolutely love grooming!!! I finally found what I want to be when I grow up! LOL!
Through the years, I have and will continue to attend seminars/lectures/classes on canine development, breeding, genetics, training, etc. I have competed in AKC confirmation events and intend to compete in the obedience ring as well as try out agility. I have been a foster home for many dogs, cats & kittens over the years and will continue to do so until there are no more homeless pets. I am a member in good standing with the New England Pet Grooming Professionals, American Cockapoo Club, ASPCA, MSPCA, WWF, MA Humane Society, National Wildlife Federation & The National Humane Education Society.
In 2006, I obtained my Small Animal Massage Certification from the Bancroft School of Massage. The certification required 161 in-class hours at BSMT & 39 hours in an off-campus internship. Courses include: Small Animal Anatomy, Animal Behavior, Handling and Management, Animal Massage Techniques I and II, Passive Exercises, Animal First Aid and CPR, Business Practices/Ethics, Marketing, Internship, and more. It was an AMAZING hands on program! Massage is a wonderful way to connect with animals and the benefits are amazing! I've watched dogs run an agility course and knock over jump after jump but after spending 15 minutes on my table they ran a clean, fast run later that same day.
Nicole
Nicole is the newest addition to our team as of September 2017. She has over 5 years experience as a professional dog groomer and we are so excited to have her! She is passionate about her work and will go above and beyond to satisify the client. She has a friendly and personable demeanor with a positive attitude which creates a healthy comforable environment for every dog that comes her way.
Kayla
Kayla has been with us since April 2017. She has over 5 years experience professionally working with dogs and like all of us, has had a passion for dogs all of her life. She also has over 10 years of customer service experience making her a dynamic addition to our team as a bather and receptionist. She is very gentle and patient with every dogs that comes through our door and truly makes a welcoming impression with our clients.
Ashley
Ashley has been with us since October 2015. She has over 9 years experience working with dogs. With her strong work ethic, love for the job and dedication she has grown into a wonderful bather and groomer. She is certified in animal CPR and First Aid and has also taken courses in canine skin care, handling & grooming techniques. She addresses each dog specific to their needs in order to have the best experience possible! She exceeds at her position as well as a receptionist in order to maintain strong relationships with our clients and their dogs.
Anne
Anne has been with us since April 2016 and has grown into a great bather! She has roughly 10 years experience working with animals as she also works as a vet technician and applies her knowledge and experience to each individual dog that she handles. She's not only a great asset to our team but she keeps us all laughing!
Canine Clips Salon
461 South Street
Marlborough, MA 01752
ph: 508-229-7955
cristine