The K9 Lounge, A Spa for your Pup With 18 years of experience under her belt, Vickie Lepore, co- owner of The K9 Lounge along with her husband Tony, beams with pride as she discusses her journey in the pet grooming industry. Vickie’s passion for grooming was sparked by a personal need to ease her Poodle’s anxiety during car rides to grooming appointments. “I realized I had no idea that grooming a dog was so hard, let alone a standard poodle,” she recalls. This realization led her to enroll in grooming school, setting the foundation for what would become The K9 Lounge. Established four years ago, The K9 Lounge quickly became a staple in St. Thomas. Vickie explains, “We offer bath and dry, nails, ears, puppy packages, and full grooming services.” However, what truly sets them apart is their desire to get to know their clients, both human and K9. “We care about getting to know our clients, not just the dogs,” Vickie emphasizes. In their cage-free environment, the team at The K9 Lounge strives to create a welcoming and fun atmosphere for both pets and their owners. “We love to meet new people, and we take as much time as we need with the customer to understand what they want and also what their dog’s needs are,” Vickie shares when asked about her motivation. The joy of making people’s dogs look and feel amazing is what drives her every day. And it’s not just about the grooming—it’s about the community. “We love to chat with new people and get to know the community as much as we can,” Vickie adds. Reflecting on being recognized as St. Thomas’ favourite pet groomer, Vickie expresses heartfelt gratitude. “It means the world to us,” she says. “We had a vision and a dream, and to
have the community embrace us and appreciate what we do is truly humbling.” Vickie extends her thanks to the community, her loyal clients, and the team behind The K9 Lounge. Vickie wants to acknowledge Rob and Janice Ellis’s support for providing the space to turn her dream into reality. She also credits the incredible team she works alongside, recognizing their dedication to keeping The K9 Lounge running smoothly. “Holly Quigg, Kristy Jackson, Katie Walden, Katie Keller, Jessica Perfect, Terri Smith, and Catherine Parmeter—these women are the backbone of The K9 Lounge,” Vickie concludes with gratitude. Being a little coy, Vickie hints that some new surprises are coming up soon for the K9 Lounge but wouldn’t give us any hints. What is no longer a secret is that the K9 Lounge is St. Thomas’ favourite pet groomer. Located at 39019 Talbot Line the K9 Lounge is just minutes outside of St. Thomas. SAUSAGE BACON DELUXE 1063 TALBOT STREET, ST. THOMAS ©2024 Quality Is Our Recipe, LLC OPEN 23 HRS SAUSAGE BACON DELUXE NEW BREAKFAST HOURS ONLY
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