I’m Carrie, the heart behind Groom at Home and Exquisite Canine. I’ve spent over 20 years helping dog owners keep their pets healthy, happy, and looking their best—without the stress or high cost of professional grooming.
My journey started with a lifelong love for dogs. After leaving the U.S. Air Force at 20 to raise my first son, I became an AKC Maltese show breeder, where I learned the art of coat care, trimming, and presentation. Over eight wonderful years, I raised and finished several Maltese champions while helping families bring home beautifully groomed companions.
When my daughter was born, I retired from breeding and launched my first pet-care brand, Doggy Bow, so I could stay connected to the dog community I adore.
Later, while managing a pet retail store and doggy daycare, I saw how many owners struggled to maintain their dog’s coat between grooming appointments. That inspired me to create my first online course — Maltese Groom, which evolved into Groom at Home. My mission: to teach pet parents how to groom their dogs safely, beautifully, and confidently at home.
🐶 What You’ll Learn
At Groom at Home, you’ll discover:
- Step-by-step DIY dog grooming tutorials for all breeds
- Product guides featuring safe, natural grooming tools and shampoos
- Pro techniques for brushing, bathing, trimming, nail care, and ear cleaning
- Expert Maltese grooming tips and coat-maintenance methods
- Solutions to common problems like mats, tear stains, and itchy skin
With a few right tools and the right know-how, every dog can look like they just left the groomer — without ever leaving home.
🩵 Our Mission
Every dog deserves to look and feel their best. My goal is to empower dog owners with the knowledge and confidence to care for their pets between professional groomings. From first-time puppy parents to experienced show breeders, Groom at Home provides trusted, veterinarian-approved information and easy-to-follow videos.
Welcome to the community—Paws Up, High Five, and Happy Grooming!