My grooming philosophy
The canine experience is so incredibly important to the grooming process. Unfortunately, every salon I've worked at prioritized the quantity of appointments over the quality of service. That's why, after 6 years of working for other people, I decided to open my own salon. I'm able to build a relationship with your dog that's based on trust and respect, which provides an enjoyable experience for everyone.
I firmly believe that our energy and emotions can influence dogs and their energy. To help dogs become comfortable, I communicate with them using a calm, confident energy, and a gentle touch. I work one-on-one, which helps create a calm, positive experience where your puppy is comfortable and can thrive.
I'm Lauren, a dog groomer in Rancho Mission Viejo
Humanity before Vanity
At Hey Gorgeous Grooming, we put humanity before vanity. What exactly does this mean? This means that I won't spend hours brushing out a matted dog. It means that if your dog is extremely stressed out by the grooming experience, I'm not going to push them. And it means that I genuinely care about your dog and their wellbeing.
I will take every step possible to ensure that your pet has a pleasant and positive grooming experience. This means that I will not be putting your dog into an uncomfortable and dangerous position for the sake of finishing a haircut. Sometimes that means that the haircut is incomplete or maybe a little choppy, or maybe they have to be shaved due to matting. Whatever the decision is, I can personally guarantee that it was made with a caring heart.
How I got here
Unforgettable moments
2016
Joined PetSmart and completed grooming training
In February 2016, I started working at PetSmart as a bather. By June, I was enrolled in the PetSmart Grooming Academy, and within a year of enrolling, I had completed my training.
2018
Finished college in MN and moved home to WI
In spring 2018, I finished college in Minneapolis and moved home to Green Bay. I had officially fallen in love with dog grooming after taking a temporary job in college, and was working full time as a dog groomer!
2020
Moved to Rancho mission Viejo, CA
In December 2020, Ben and I moved across the country to be closer to his family in Orange County. I had stopped grooming during the pandemic and was working remotely as an editor for a closed captioning company.
2021
Started grooming again
Early January 2021, I got the itch to start grooming again after over 2 years out of the industry. I really missed it, so I started looking for the best place to work. I first started at a mobile grooming company, then transitioned to private salons in San Clemente, then Ladera Ranch.
2022
Started Hey Gorgeous Grooming
After grooming at 3 salons over a year and a half, I figured out that the best way to work in a salon that shared my values was to start my own business. So I opened Hey Gorgeous Grooming and have had a great time getting to know all of my wonderful clients. I am so incredibly grateful to have such amazing clients that I look forward to seeing every day.