About Chattagroomer
Family Owned | Fear Free Certified Salon | 30 Years of Combined Experience
Dog and Cat Grooming
Fear Free Certified Salon
30 Years of Combined Experience
Humble Beginnings, Big Dreams
Chattagroomer is the culmination of a life-long love of animals, and a mother's pursuit of financial security for her family.
Lora found her way to the Pet Grooming Industry during a period of hardship. Dogs had been a comfort to her throughout her own life, but she never knew these incredible animals could give her family a better life, as well. She found a job as a bather, and from there her passion flourished. In 2004, she secured an apprenticeship with a member of Groom Team USA. She took her skills to the next level in 2008 when she competed for the first time at Atlanta Pet Fair. Her daughter, Emily, was by her side every step of the way. At just 11 years old, Emily took every opportunity she could get to spend time in the grooming salon. By 14, she was working independently.
Over the years, Lora and Emily have worked in various salons and mobile units across the world. When the pair came together again in 2016, they had a dream to create a salon where dogs would be cared for peacefully and respectfully, and where they would always leave looking the best they ever had. The next year, Chattagroomer was born. While Chattanooga is certainly not underserved by Pet Groomers, they saw a different need. Chattagroomer was created to be a safe place for animals and humans alike.
And to be the very best.
Chattagroomer comes from humble beginnings and big dreams. Our love for animals and passion for community is at the heart of what we do. Our constant pursuit of furthering our skills keeps us on the cutting edge of the pet industry; just where we like to be.
And yes, we do have the best job ever!
Meet Our Team
Lora Jernigan
Owner / Cat Groomer
Lora's love for dogs began with a Rough Coated Collie named Sir, and has been a constant through her life. Her favorite breed is the beautiful and stoic Standard Poodle. She also highly regards just about any terrier breed, as well as Collies, of course.
Lora's approach to Cat Grooming is second to none. She is currently Chattanooga's only Fear Free Certified, non-sedation Cat Groomer.
A jack of oh-so-many trades, Lora is an award winning dog groomer, cat groomer, hand stripping specialist, and of course the entrepreneur who started it all.
Emily Callaham
Co-Owner / Dog Groomer
Emily has been in the pet grooming industry officially for nearly two decades, and well over half of her life.
Emily is most passionate about gentle and respectful handling as well as continued education. She aims to improve our industry as a whole, and inspire other groomers to take a different approach to their work. As a certified Fear Free groomer, Emily is comfortable and confident working with the trickiest cases, especially pups who have had unfortunate experiences with grooming in the past.
Kyle Corzo
Dog Groomer
Kyle is an anomaly in the grooming industry; her very favorite breed is the American Cocker Spaniel. Known for a dense and unforgiving coat, our Spaniel friends are one of the most difficult breeds to groom, and especially to groom well. Kyle is always up for the challenge!
In addition to her skill with Spaniels, she also specializes in the technical Breed Standard trims of most breeds, including Scotties, Airedales, and Westies. Her Bichon trims are a work of art!
Kathleen Livingstone
Dog Groomer
Kathleen is our Doodle Queen! She loves the process of her work, from the satisfying finished product to the bond she creates with her four legged clients and their human counterparts. She says her greatest joy is a familiar face, no matter the breed.
Kathleen is still fairly new to Chattanooga and is enjoying all the new and different breeds our region has to offer versus her clientele on the West Coast.
Kathleen is expecting her second baby and will be stepping away from the salon in September of 2024. While we will miss her, we are so excited for her growing family!
Becca Cauthen
Dog Groomer
Becca has a unique talent for working with our tiniest friends. A lover of Yorkies, Chihuahuas, and anything that goes "yap!" in the night, Becca has the patience and cheerful demeanor to put these pups at ease during their groom.
Becca is certified Fear Free, making her a wonderful fit for these often nervous breeds.
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