Ashley Coleman is turning heads and tails with her dazzling doggie designs. With 16 years of grooming experience and an initial career in zoo-keeping, Ashley found her niche in combining her love for animals with artistic flair.
“I’ve always loved the creative side of grooming,” she says, and her distinctive style charms pets and their owners alike.
“I was inspired by a Brazilian groomer named Gabriel Feitosa. He’s awesome, and he sparked many groomers’ interest in doing this with his designs and social media. So I bought a dog-friendly sample kit and went from there. After that, it just took off.”
One of her favorite canvases is Goldie, a poodle known for sporting whimsical designs. Ashley laughs, “Goldie’s mom says, ‘Do whatever you want—just make it fun.’” The results are striking, ranging from tigers to watermelons, and her current creation: a sunset with leopard spots.
Using non-toxic, vegetable-based dyes, Ashley’s creations are as playful as they are pet-friendly. “The dogs seem to love it,” she notes. “They get so many pets and pictures taken.” Despite some criticism, Ashley’s enthusiasm shines through. “The best part is seeing the client’s reaction. It’s so much fun to see their faces light up.”
With years of building relationships with dogs and their owners, Ashley’s colorful creations are as much about joy and connection as they are about artistry, making every grooming session a delightful adventure.
Ashley’s vivid imagination transforms pets into living works of art at Woofgang Bakery’s grooming studio. From candy corn to watermelon, princess pink to Tigger orange—if you can dream it, she can bring it to life!
