WHO WE ARE
Hancock county's finest professional dog spa
At Paws & Refresh, we focus on what matters to you most - your pet. We treat your pets as if they were our own. We work to build a relationship with you and your pet so that you can rest easy knowing they are in good hands, even when you're not around. We also make them look pretty dang cute, if we do say so ourselves! Our team strives to be the best there is at what we do and also the most caring and compassionate pet grooming salon out there! We are also completely family owned and operated! Meet our groomers below to learn a little bit more about the people your dog spends time with at the salon.
Meet a groomer: Brandi
With over three decades of grooming experience starting from her mother's pet stores in 1992, animals have been Brandi's lifelong passion. At home, she surrounded by her beloved pack of five dogs, one cat, several chickens, and one horse. When she's not pampering others' pets or tending to her own animals, you'll find her out on the water, at home catching up on much-needed sleep, or enjoying the thrill of horseback riding. Brandi is a dedicated mother to her two adult children, as well as a loving girlfiend to her long-term boyfriend, Jeff.
She is so happy to continue serving her dedicated clients and looks forward to meeting new furry friends every day!
Meet a groomer: Gabbi
Gabbi's passion - caring for animals. Her entire life, Gabbi has been involved with animals. Growing up, she spent much of her time at her grandmother's pet stores after school and learned to love all animals at an early age. She has worked in the dog boarding, training, veterinary, and grooming fields exclusively since joining the work force, and has extensive experience with animal behavior and handling. At home, Gabbi enjoys riding and competing with her horse, Trudy, as well as caring for her seven dogs. In her free time, she loves hanging out and boating with her husband and family, watching Netflix, listening to murder mystery podcasts, and cuddling with her dogs.
She can't wait to meet your furry family member!
Meet a groomer: Melissa
Melissa, AKA Missy, was raised in Alexandria, IN. She has five sisters, three sons, one daughter, two step-sons, two daughters-in-law, and two grandchildren. She currently resides in New Palestine with her husband, Rick, and her two school-aged children. She has three dogs, Javy, Willson, and Josie, and one cat named Socks.
Prior to becoming a certified dog groomer in 2022, she spent 26 years in the medical field working as a certified EMT and billing medical insurance.
In Melissa's free time she enjoys sleeping, spending time with her family and pets, watching Cubs baseball, traveling, music, and movies - especially comedy or crime documentaries. She loves to have fun all the time!
Melissa can't wait to meet you and your furry best friend!