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Sarah Sjovall-Draughan

Lithonia

Summary

Reliable and organized pet grooming professional experienced in grooming various breeds. Known for strong attention to detail and commitment to high grooming standards. Ready to leverage expertise to enhance customer satisfaction and pet health.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Pet Groomer

Woof Gang Bakery
Atlanta, GA
11.2025 - Current
  • Groomed pets using high-quality tools and techniques to ensure optimal hygiene and appearance.
  • Assisted with bathing, drying, and styling pets according to breed standards and owner preferences.
  • Maintained cleanliness of grooming area, ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Built rapport with pet owners, providing education on grooming needs and pet care best practices,
  • Keeping detailed notes on dogs behavior and haircut instructions and any health concerns
  • Kept cages, kennels, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.

House Cleaner

Cardinal Cleaning Services
Conyers, GA
06.2025 - 10.2025
  • Performed thorough cleaning of residential spaces, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and organization.
  • Utilized various cleaning tools and supplies to achieve optimal results in diverse environments.
  • Followed established safety protocols while handling cleaning chemicals and equipment.
  • Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies, promptly notifying management of low stock levels.
  • Adapted to different client preferences and requests, enhancing customer satisfaction through personalized service.
  • Conducted routine inspections of cleaned areas to guarantee adherence to company standards.
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Created spotless surfaces by dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
  • Mopped hardwood, laminate, ceramic, vinyl, glass and wood surfaces.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through proper use of cleaning products and equipment.
  • Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.

Professional Dog Groomer

Hot Diggity Dog Grooming Salon
Atlanta, GA
07.2024 - 07.2025
  • Executed grooming services including bathing, clipping, and nail trimming for various dog breeds.
  • Ensured cleanliness and safety of grooming area by maintaining equipment and managing supplies.
  • Educated pet owners on proper grooming practices and pet care techniques to enhance overall well-being.
  • fostering trust and repeat business through exceptional service delivery.
  • grooming 4-6 dogs a day

Professional Dog Groomer

TLC Pet Spa
Duluth, GA
05.2020 - 06.2023
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, improving service efficiency during peak hours.
  • Trained new staff on grooming procedures, safety protocols, and customer service standards for consistent quality.
  • Monitored dog behavior during sessions, implementing calming techniques to ensure a positive grooming experience.
  • Maintained a clean and hygienic work environment, adhering to strict sanitation protocols for the safety of pets and staff.
  • Managed client records accurately and confidentially, ensuring all essential information was readily available for future appointments.
  • Handled dogs of all sizes and temperaments calmly, ensuring minimal stress throughout the grooming process.
  • Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail when trimming nails, cleaning ears, expressing glands, and performing other essential grooming tasks.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by enforcing company safety guidelines among team members consistently.
  • Increased client retention through excellent communication and rapport-building with pet owners.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality grooming services tailored to individual pet needs.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper handling techniques, equipment usage, and salon policies as needed.
  • Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends and best practices, participating in professional development courses as needed.
  • Collaborated with coworkers to ensure seamless coordination during busy periods at the salon.
  • Boosted overall efficiency by maintaining proper inventory levels of grooming supplies and equipment.
  • Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
  • Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Executed grooming services including bathing, clipping, and nail trimming for various dog breeds.
  • Ensured cleanliness and safety of grooming area by maintaining equipment and managing supplies.
  • Educated pet owners on proper grooming practices and pet care techniques to enhance overall well-being.

Professional Pet Groomer

Puff and Fluff Grooming
Johns Creek, GA
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Developed knowledge of grooming products and equipment to provide tailored recommendations for clients.
  • Refined breed trims
  • Learned more technical skills
  • Demonstrated expertise in handling various breeds, sizes, and temperaments of dogs and cats throughout the grooming process.
  • Educated clients on proper at-home pet care techniques, promoting overall animal health and well-being between grooming appointments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment, minimizing the risk of injury to both pets and staff members.

Pet Grommer

Strutt Your Mutt
Lilburn, GA
09.2017 - 08.2019
  • Provided expert grooming services, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety for pets.
  • Developed tailored grooming plans to meet individual pet needs and owner preferences.
  • Mentored junior groomers, enhancing team skills and improving service efficiency.
  • Lead groomer
  • Checking clients out, taking appointments, phone calls,
  • Closing Duties
  • Some Boarding tasks, walking, feeding, and any medications

Professional Pet Groomer

Paw Palace
Atlanta, GA
08.2016 - 09.2017
  • Most Typical grooming tasks as mentioned above, cleaning etc/ walking dogs,
  • learn to color dogs,
  • cat grooming at this facility

Pet Bather/Professional Pet Groomer

Beauregards Grooming Salon
Orlando, FL
10.2013 - 08.2016
  • Provided exceptional bathing services for diverse breeds, ensuring comfort and cleanliness.
  • Maintained grooming equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for daily operations.
  • learned the foundation for excellent quality with my grooming career here.
  • basic breed trims
  • cat grooming
  • working as a team
  • birds/rabbits/reptiles matience
  • handling skills
  • 5 piont check in ( skin, fur, eyes, ears, health issues
  • listening skills
  • I bathed for 6 months before she trained me to be a groomer,
  • I was grooming in about 6 months off of hourly and onto commission

Pet Bather

Petco
Lynchburg, VA
05.2013 - 09.2013

Learned a basis for bathing

Up Selling products

Cerified First aide/ CPR

Education

High School Diploma -

Halifax County High School
Halifax, VA
12.2011

Skills

  • Cleanliness and organization
  • Patience and empathy
  • Animal handling expertise
  • Pet grooming techniques
  • Animal behavior
  • Time management mastery
  • Canine and feline anatomy
  • Knowledge of breed standards
  • Record keeping accuracy
  • Safe restraint practices
  • Pet first aid
  • Stress management techniques
  • Creative styling
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Animal handling
  • Teamwork
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Honest and dependable
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Animal care
  • Reliability
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Task prioritization
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal communication

Timeline

Professional Pet Groomer

Woof Gang Bakery
11.2025 - Current

House Cleaner

Cardinal Cleaning Services
06.2025 - 10.2025

Professional Dog Groomer

Hot Diggity Dog Grooming Salon
07.2024 - 07.2025

Professional Dog Groomer

TLC Pet Spa
05.2020 - 06.2023

Professional Pet Groomer

Puff and Fluff Grooming
08.2019 - 03.2020

Pet Grommer

Strutt Your Mutt
09.2017 - 08.2019

Professional Pet Groomer

Paw Palace
08.2016 - 09.2017

Pet Bather/Professional Pet Groomer

Beauregards Grooming Salon
10.2013 - 08.2016

Pet Bather

Petco
05.2013 - 09.2013

High School Diploma -

Halifax County High School