Sofia Escobar
Pet Stylist
Kanagawa
Summary
Dedicated Professional Pet Stylist with extensive experience learning from incredible business owners. Expert in animal behavior assessment and pet safety, fostering strong client relationships that drive repeat business. Committed to continuous education and delivering tailored grooming services, ensuring optimal pet health and satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Professional Pet Stylist
Self Employed
06.2025 - Current
- Maintained a clean and hygienic workspace, ensuring the health and safety of all pets in the salon.
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment appropriately for each pet''s unique coat type and condition.
- Managed difficult or anxious animals with patience, compassion, and appropriate handling techniques to ensure their comfort during the grooming process.
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment appropriately for each pet's unique coat type and condition.
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers, driving repeat business and generating positive referrals.
- Handled customer concerns professionally, working towards swift resolution while maintaining a positive rapport with clients.
- Developed strong relationships with customers, resulting in repeat business and positive referrals.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury, notifying owners to ensure timely care.
Pet Stylist
Linwoodd Grooming + Resort
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality grooming services tailored to individual pet needs.
- Collaborated with fellow stylists to design customized pet styles that met client preferences and enhanced overall satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough consultations with pet owners to determine their specific grooming requirements and expectations.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Educated clients on proper pet care techniques, fostering healthier pets and promoting long-term client loyalty.
- Collaborated with fellow stylists to create visually appealing pet styles that aligned with clients'' preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness of cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas to ensure a safe environment for pets.
- Executed washing, trimming, and brushing tasks for animals, ensuring adherence to grooming standards.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Improved salon workflow through effective time management strategies including multitasking and prioritization of tasks.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with customers, driving repeat business and encouraging positive referrals.
Pet Stylist
Groomingdales
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized grooming services tailored to each pet''s needs and preferences.
- Selected appropriate shampoos and conditioners for various coat and skin types by discussing concerns, sensitivities and allergies with pet owners.
- Educated pet owners on grooming techniques and at-home care, fostering healthier pets and reducing reliance on professional services.
- Ensured consistent quality of work by adhering to established grooming procedures and guidelines for all clients'' pets.
- Troubleshot behavioral issues during grooming sessions, ensuring a positive experience for both pets and their owners.
- Improved time efficiency by streamlining grooming processes, allowing for more appointments per day.
- Balanced multiple appointments simultaneously without compromising attention to detail or customer satisfaction levels.
- Balanced multiple appointments simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and ensuring high customer satisfaction.
- Groomed 35 dogs per week, using various tools such as sheers, nail clippers, blades, brushes and de-matting and de-shedding combs.
- Groomed 35 dogs per week, using various tools such as shears, nail clippers, blades, brushes and de-matting and de-shedding combs.
- Sterilized grooming and styling area, tools and implement by using antibacterial soap and rubbing alcohol.
- Built trust with pets through gentle handling techniques, reducing stress during grooming appointments.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brennan High School
San Antonio, TX2014
Skills
Grooming techniques
Clipper skillfulness
Skin and coat care
Pet safety
Animal behavior assessment
Animal handling
Scheduling efficiency
First aid training
Education commitment
Teamwork and collaboration
Professionalism and ethics
Patience and empathy
Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Canine CPR
Timeline
Canine CPR
08-2025
Professional Pet Stylist
Self Employed
06.2025 - Current
Pet Stylist
Linwoodd Grooming + Resort
04.2022 - 01.2023
Handling Special Needs Dogs
03-2021
AKC Bichon Frise Course
10-2020
Doggie Repair Kit
10-2020
Pet Stylist
Groomingdales
01.2020 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Brennan High School