Cassie- Owner of Scallywags

 

Hi! I’m Cassie, and many of you know me as Norman’s mom. But I’m also the proud  owner of Scallywags!

Animals have always been a huge part of my life, and I can’t imagine living without them. My journey with animals started in high school, and while working as a grooming assistant in college, I discovered my true passion for grooming. This led me to enroll in the NY Pet Styling Academy in Clifton Park, where I met Lori.

In 2013, I moved to Maryland and operated my own grooming business at Dog Senses Unlimited, a dog training facility. I had the honor of grooming several dogs for the Westminster Agility competition, which was a highlight of my career.

In 2016, I returned to New York to take on a teaching position at the NY Pet Styling Academy, where I also honed my breed standard grooming skills while working alongside a talented local groomer.

In 2022, an exciting opportunity came up for Lori and me to reconnect, and I became part of the Scallywags team. Lori and I worked together to develop a plan for me to take over when she moved south to be with her family.

This new chapter has been full of personal milestones as well. I married my best friend, John, became a stepmom to his son Alan, and we’re thrilled to be adding a new baby to our family in April 2025! I’m not sure who’s more excited—Alan or myself. Alan shares my love of grooming and dreams of one day joining the family business.

John, Alan, Robert, Norman, and I are so excited to get to know each and every one of you as we continue to serve this amazing community!

 

SCALLYWAGS MISSION STATEMENT

Compassionate and expert grooming care is what we offer every customer at Scallywags Dog Salon. Grooming is our passion and our clients are very special and important to us.   Our goal is to provide each of our clients with the style they want  in a loving, caring and stress-free environment. 

 

We realize many of our furry friends don't always love coming to the grooming salon. It can be scary for them, which is why we recently expanded our salon to cut down on the noise for a quieter, more relaxing groom. Successful grooming is a partnership between our customers and staff. We are always willing to share our knowledge of grooming and pet care AND to listen to your advice on how to work with every pet entrusted to us. Thank you!

 

SCALLYWAGS STAFF

Syd 

My name is Sydney and I have been a part of the Scallywags family as a receptionist since the summer of 2023.  When  I am not here at the salon, I am a   full time Mental Health Counseling graduate   student at UAlbany. 

My love for all animals makes this a perfect fit for me as I am lucky enough to meet and greet all the dogs (and their humans) as they come into to the salon. Scallywags will always have a special place in my heart, not only because of the amazing groomers I work with and the loyal clients that come into the door, but because it is the first stop we made with our dachshund-mix, Rowdy, on our way home after rescuing him in 2017. 

Gabby

Hello, I am Gabriella, One of the receptionists here at Scallywags, I am from Latham NY, And when I am not admiring everyone’s puppies here. I am at HVCC working towards becoming an RN!

  I have a huge heart when it comes to animals and people. Which has made Scallywags such a good fit for me. Working here is a home away from home for me. I love not only the amazing groomers but the interactions I have here with the customers and of course, I love hanging out with all of your puppies! 

Flo

Hi, I'm Flo and I live in Malta, NY 

I started my grooming career in 2023 after graduating from The New York Academy of Pet Styling. I have since been working hard to perfect my skills, and in September of 2024, I won my first dog grooming competition, at the New England Groom Expo

Dogs of all sizes have always been a part of my life. My love for animals started at a very young age when my family got a golden retriever, and continued through adulthood after having pets of all shapes and sizes. This deep connection with animals has fueled my passion for grooming, and I am dedicated to providing the highest level of care and attention to every dog I work with.

 

 

 

JESS

Jessica has always had a passion for working with animals and humans. She began her career with animals by going to animal behavior college, and graduated in 2016.

 

Jess loves training all size dogs and cats. Her two cats at home think that they are dogs. After years of training dogs she decided to make the change to become a pet groomer. In January of 2022 Jess became a member of the Scallywags team.

 

You will often see her grooming or training dogs on Saturdays. She looks forward to growing with the company and meeting lots of new faces, (both human and furry) for years to come.

Kellie

After graduating from SUNY Potsdam with a BA in Business Economics and spending several years in Human Resources, I decided to refocus my energy on something that truly brings me joy - pets!  I have always tried to help people and now I’m happy to do the same for pups. I graduated from NY Academy of Pet Styling in 2023 and was fortunate to become a part of the talented team here at Scallywags.

 

I have had several breeds of wonderful dogs over the years. My current fur baby is a sweet gentleman rescue cat named Bacchus.

 

Our furry friends deserve  compassion and empathy when they are being groomed. I take pride in my work and will always make sure that your dog is comfortable and happy while I make them look fantastic!

Dee

Affectionately known as “Mama Dee” by our clients, Dee has been a beloved part of the Scallywags family for over 4 years. With her fun, outgoing personality and deep love for animals, she treats every dog in our care like her own. Whether it’s playtime, cuddle time, or simply keeping the pack happy and safe, Dee brings heart and joy to everything she does.

Ella

After multiple jobs caring for dogs I decided to enroll in NY Academy of Pet Styling in Clifton Park & officially become a pet stylist! The artistry of grooming is what made me want to emBARK on this career path (& of course the cute pups). I am excited to pursue my career at Scallywags to make your pooch look & feel their best & hopefully even add a fun pop of color!

Taylor

My name is Taylor and I have been a part of the Scallywags team since May of 2024. I graduated from Castleton University of Vermont in 2023 with a major in Photography and a minor in Studio Art. My very first job when I was 16 was working as a vet assistant. I remembered how much I loved working with animals there, so I switched careers in 2024 to be a bather here at Scallywags. I have a large heart for all things animals and dogs. Now, I am learning to be a groomer as well as applying my artistic style to the dogs with color. I have two dogs of my own that I rescued, a lab mix and a beagle. I love working with and meeting all of your puppies!