Sparkles Groomcraft & Wizardry

03/17/2025

🚨 Big transitions happening—Let’s move forward together! 🚨

Two months of forgiven rent gave me some breathing room, but now the condo is being sold, and it’s time for me to move ASAP. The last six weeks with no income have been tough, but I recently started a part-time job (still waiting on my first paycheck). Sabre gets to come with me to work, and he’s thriving in his socialization training! 💪🏾🐾

Right now, I need a little extra help to get through this transition. If you want to support and save on grooming, I’m offering a Government Prepay Special:

🐶 Prepay & Save on Grooms!
✔️ Prepay 1 Groom → $10 off
✔️ Prepay 3 Grooms → 5% off
✔️ Prepay 6 Grooms → 10% off
✔️ Prepay 12 Grooms → 15% off

⚠️ Additional charges apply for extreme matting/undercoat.

📍 Full rates: Sparkles Pricing

If grooming isn’t in the cards for you, donations or shares mean everything right now:

💙 GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/dc18bf7e
💲 CashApp: $PTSparkles4
💲 Venmo:
💲 PayPal: [email protected]

Your support has already helped me push forward, and I know I’ll land on my feet. Let’s make it happen! ✨

03/03/2025

Surgery was Feb 10, and now I’m deep in recovery mode. Healing takes time, energy, and—let’s be real—resources. Even $5 helps, and if you can’t donate, sharing this is just as powerful.

💜 Join the squad: GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/dc18bf7e

Drop a 💜 if you got me. Let’s make healing a team effort.

02/26/2025

Hey everyone, I need your help.

I had surgery two weeks ago, and recovery has been tough. Since I haven’t been able to work, I’m struggling to cover rent and basic expenses. I knew this would be a challenge, but I wasn’t expecting to be in this deep.

If my work has ever helped you—whether through grooming, advice, or just showing up when you needed me—now’s the time I could really use some support. Any amount helps, and sharing this with others who might be able to contribute means just as much.

Here’s my GoFundMe link: https://gofund.me/dc18bf7e

I appreciate any help y’all can give. Thank you for looking out for me the way I’ve always tried to look out for others.

02/19/2025

Ice ice baby! !

02/19/2025

I am beside myself y’all. Simply beside myself. Likely reopening 4/2/25 or sooner.

02/14/2025

It’s that time again!!

https://northernvirginiamag.com/best-pet-care-poll/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR096S8T-0FqTGiVbLy5c5_9Hy8LeDNSrBqUr8tVEOPKRxHa9ZWHhqs9LaM_aem_fJY_1N2NZMFkbt-XxoNPEg

02/11/2025

Day 1 of recovery. I am hurting all down my arm. But! I’ll be ok in the care of JoAnn!

02/10/2025

I’ll see you on the other side!

02/03/2025

🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE: Surgery & Grooming Schedule! 🚨

Hey Sparkly Clients! 💜 It’s Ashliana with a long-overdue update. I’m having surgery on Monday, February 10, which means I’ll be unavailable starting February 10 while I recover. Here’s what you need to know:

📅 LAST APPOINTMENTS BEFORE SURGERY:
🚐 GroomBuggy: Last day Thursday, February 6 – Book at GroomBuggy.com & request Cherie Fresquez Swag2theWag or Sarah Shilling
🏢 Dude’s Dog House & Spa: Last day Sunday, February 9 – Call 703-857-1400 to book or use the following link:
📍 Book Here
🔹 Enter Code: 966953
🔹 Select “FULL SERVICE GROOM” and book under ASHLIANA (I’ll adjust it before checkout).
❌ Do NOT book under “BATH AND OTHER”—it won’t go through correctly!
🏡 House Call Grooming: Last day Friday, February 7
🏠 Home-Based Grooming: Last day Sunday evening, February 9

💜 Ways to Support Me During Recovery:
✔️ GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/dc18bf7e
✔️ Meal Train: https://mealtrain.com/5md9dw
✔️ CashApp: $PTSparkles4
✔️ Venmo: $PTSparkles
✔️ Work Opportunities: Seeking hands-free or low-lifting (10 lbs max) jobs starting Monday, February 17

I appreciate you all so much & can’t wait to be back soon! Drop any questions in the comments! ⬇️✨

📍 Sparkles Groomcraft & Wizardry
🌐 www.sparklesgroomcraft.com

01/26/2025

Respect Your Groomer: The Truth Behind Tough Decisions

As professional dog groomers, our top priority is always the comfort and well-being of the dogs in our care. Every decision we make—whether it’s adjusting a haircut due to matting, choosing a style that prioritizes the dog’s needs, or handling unexpected challenges—comes from a place of expertise, compassion, and responsibility.

It’s disheartening when pet owners, without full understanding, take to social media to slander groomers for things that were out of our control but necessary for the dog’s health and safety. Whether it’s shaving a severely matted coat to prevent pain and infection or adjusting grooming techniques to accommodate a dog’s behavior, our choices are made with the pet’s best interest in mind—not convenience or shortcuts.

We’re always open to feedback and corrections if given the chance, but misinformation and public criticism without context only breed toxicity in our industry. This negativity not only affects individual groomers but also makes it harder for us to continue doing what we love—caring for your pets.

If you ever have concerns, please talk to your groomer first. We’re here to educate, explain, and work with you to find solutions that keep your pet happy and healthy.

Let’s work together to build a community of respect, trust, and understanding—because at the end of the day, we’re all here for the same reason: to give your pets the best care possible.

01/13/2025

The pet professionals in your life should always be advocating for your animals. ❤️

12/13/2024

12/08/2024

Tomorrow morning, Ashliana is taking to the grooming competition ring with her new poodle Sabre. Send your positive vibes as we take on GroomfestVA!

11/02/2024

You known what this means? Tomorrow is my birthday!!

Accepting donations to make this bday extra special!

Cashapp: $ptsparkles
Venmo:

10/28/2024

book at Dudes!! and have partnered up on SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, and MONDAYS! I have 3 appts left for tomorrow! ! ! Want the FULL SPARKLES EXPERIENCE? Book on !!

10/02/2024

Wanna ? Follow the link! Featuring Sydney 🐶 and Luca 🐈!

, AND ONLY!
Sundays are MOST SIMILAR to the -BASED FORMAT, while SATURDAYS and MONDAYS are more like format with longer ETAs.

https://dudesdoghouse.com/gingraccount/

09/21/2024

Gratitude check! What are you grateful for? Question I’ll start in the comments.

09/19/2024

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