We’re crazy about delighting dogs and their people. 

Founder and President

Amy

Amy is an accomplished business leader with over 20 years experience in business strategy, marketing, innovation, and entrepreneurship. She has held leadership positions on major consumer products brands, including Matchbox, Centrum, Advil, and Emergen-C. 

Before launching Wag & Shine, Amy immersed herself in the grooming industry, training in grooming salons and attending trade shows across the country. She is a member of the American Professional Pet Groomers Association and has successfully completed programs including AKC Safety in the Salon and AKC S.A.F.E Handling. Additionally, Amy serves on the Board of Directors of the NJ Professional Pet Groomers Alliance.

In her free time, Amy enjoys the company of her Australian labradoodle, Benny Hana, who has his own career as a dog model and therapy dog. She also supports St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center in Madison, NJ.

Amy has a BA in Economics from Dartmouth College and an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management.

Lead Stylist

Michelle

Michelle has been a professional dog groomer for over 10 years, serving both New Jersey and New York City.  She has managed multiple grooming salons and was responsible for training all new dog groomers in her district.  Throughout her career, Michelle has received many awards for her work, but she’s most proud of the countless connections she’s made with pet parents and their pets!

Michelle has expertise in a wide range of grooming techniques, and her forte is hand-scissoring.  She is also extremely knowledgeable and dedicated to creating a safe, relaxed, and comforting environment for pets. Michelle has received her Pet Professional First Aid Certification, Skin and Hair Certification, and Geriatric Pet Grooming Certification.

In her free time, Michelle enjoys crafting, spending time with her husband, her 9-year-old Peek-A-Pom dog, Chester and 10-year-old cat, Bane.  Michelle is compassionate and loving of all animals, and has been a vegan for almost a decade. 

Stylist

Ebonie

Ebonie is an experienced stylist and grooming professional.  In 2013, she started her career by bathing, drying, and brushing dogs.  She subsequently went to grooming school because she was excited to further her career in grooming.  Since that time, Ebonie has remained passionate about learning and consistently seeks opportunities to advance her skills and knowledge.

Over the years, Ebonie has helped thousands of dogs look and feel their best. She has worked with dogs across a wide range of breeds, coat types, personalities, sizes, and ages. 

Ebonie’s favorite grooming technique is hand-scissoring (especially on the face and feet!).  But, more than anything, she loves building strong relationships with dogs and their people.

When Ebonie is not grooming, she enjoys spending time with her significant other (Alfonso), their two daughters (Taylor and Shai), and their fur baby (Miracle).  In her free time, Ebonie enjoys watching cooking shows, baking brownies, and playing Just Dance. 

Stylist

Ana

Ana began her grooming career in 2008, after a very special dog named Peanut came into her life.  Inspired by her love for Peanut and the unconditional love that dogs provide, Ana decided to pursue a career working with dogs. 

With almost 15 years of professional grooming experience, Ana is a very experienced and talented stylist who leaves dogs looking and feeling amazing.  In addition to being extremely skilled with her scissors, Ana take pride in always being attuned to how the dog on her table is doing and feeling. With her collaborative approach and caring warmth, Ana has delighted thousands of dogs and their parents.  Ana views each grooming appointment as an opportunity to make her clients (both dog and human!!) very, very happy. 

When Ana is not grooming, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Steven, her 3 children (Elijah, Evelyn, and Isaiah), her two ferrets (Mickey and Mini), and her Yorkie-mix, Peanut.  Ana’s family always wants to hear about the dogs she grooms, and her children definitely think she has the coolest job ever.

Stylist

Kassi

Kassi began her career in the pet industry in 2012, caring for American Kennel Club dogs, including responsibility for bathing and brushing them. She then continued her passion with pets, furthering her skills and knowledge in pet grooming, nutrition, and care.

Over the years, Kassi has developed a strong talent in grooming. Her favorite styles include round faces, but more than anything, she is passionate about the care and happiness of all of her clients.

In her spare time, Kassi enjoys reading books, listening to music, and spending time with her two kitties (French Fry and Bonkers).

Chief Happiness Officer

Benny Hana

Benny is an Australian Labradoodle and the inspiration for Wag & Shine. When he’s not busy at the piano, Benny enjoys chasing balls, socializing with friends, swimming, counter-surfing, and the simple joy of a long walk.  

Not only is Benny a very, very, very good boy, but he is also a male model. Before joining Wag & Shine, Benny was featured on the cover of a Banana Republic catalog and also in a NY Times story about dog models. Benny has a strong social media following and can be found on Instagram at @BennyHanaDoodle.

Fame has not gone to Benny’s already very fluffy head. He is kind, loving, and very humble.