About The Divine Wagg
A Little About Me & Why I Do This
Florence, Montana isn't just where I work — it's home. And every dog that comes through my door gets treated like family.
Certified
CPG · CCSMT
Florence, Montana
My Story
From Passion to Profession
I didn't come out of grooming school doing things this way. I was trained like everyone else — two, maybe three dogs at a time, always watching the clock, always moving faster. The pressure to push through appointments was real, and for a while, I did what I was taught.
When I opened my business in Billings, everything changed. My clients started bringing in their older girls — senior dogs who needed something different. Quiet. Calm. One-on-one attention with less distraction and no rushing. Twenty years ago, that wasn't really a "thing" in grooming. But I had a big shop, and one day I had just one dog in it. I laughed at myself — and then I realized: this is exactly what dogs need.
That became my niche. When I moved to the Missoula area, I kept doing it. I became the groomer for the dog that needed that special something — whether they were blind, deaf, nervous, or coming in for their very first groom. It always comes down to taking care of the dog, not the clock.
No cages. No rushing. No stress. Just one dog, one groomer, and a whole lot of patience and love.
Certifications
Trained. Certified. Committed.
My certifications aren't just letters after my name — they represent hundreds of hours of study, practice, and dedication to the craft of professional dog grooming and canine wellness.
Certified Professional Groomer
Certified Professional Groomer
The CPG designation is awarded to groomers who demonstrate mastery of grooming techniques, breed standards, animal handling, and professional ethics. It represents the highest standard of knowledge and skill in the grooming industry. Graduate of Wizard of Paws Grooming School — Delaware.
Graduate — Wizard of Paws Grooming School, Delaware
What this means for your dog
Your dog is groomed by someone who has proven their expertise — not just practiced it.
Certified Canine Sports Massage Therapy
Certified Canine Sports Massage Therapist
The CCSMT certification requires specialized training in canine anatomy, physiology, and therapeutic massage techniques. It qualifies me to provide massage therapy that supports athletic performance, injury recovery, and everyday wellness.
What this means for your dog
Your dog receives therapeutic care from someone trained specifically in canine bodywork.
Continuing Education
Accredited Courses Completed
A commitment to lifelong learning — because every dog deserves a groomer who never stops growing.
Certified Professional Groomer Course
IPG — International Professional Groomers
CPG Designation Earned
Brusher & Bather
Barkleigh
Pet First Aid & CPR
Barkleigh
Geriatric Pets
Barkleigh
Difficult Dogs
Barkleigh
Hair & Skin 101
Barkleigh
Handling Special Needs
Barkleigh
Senior Dog Course
Barkleigh
AKC Bichon Frisé
American Kennel Club
All-Breed Pet Grooming
Wizard of Paws
My Philosophy
Cage-Free Isn't Just a Policy — It's a Promise
The cage-free model isn't a marketing term for me — it's a deeply held belief about how dogs should be treated. Cages create anxiety. Anxiety creates stress. Stress makes grooming harder on the dog, harder on the groomer, and harder on the relationship between them.
By keeping every appointment private and cage-free, I can read each dog's body language, adjust my pace, and create an experience that feels calm and safe rather than overwhelming. Some dogs take a little longer. That's okay. We go at their pace.
This is what I believe grooming should feel like — not something your dog dreads, but something they can actually settle into.
Some dogs take a little longer. That's okay. We go at their pace.
— The Divine Wagg
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Certifications & Awards
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