"I have tried most of the groomers in Qweenstown area and had resorted to taking my Poodle to Dunedin for grooming.

Someone mentioned Ai and I thought I would try her. I am very happy with the professional job she does. My dog comes home happy and beautiful.

I have recommended Ai to all my friends with dog grooming needs. I will not take my dog to anyone else. - I highly recommend Ai."

Debbie and Jodi (Toy Poodle)

"I am extremely happy with your service.

My 'little man' clearly enjoys being groomed by you, and I am pleased to say you always perform the task according to my wishes, in the time specified."

Jake's owner

"Ai has great skills and has expert attention to detail, grooming lively, active dogs like Standard Poodles is not easy but Sophie enjoys every visit!"

Christina and Sophie (Standard Poodle)

" Ai -

The thing I appreciate is that you listen to my request on How I want Ruben groomed and you do what I ask.

Thanks."

Ruben's owner 

" Bella just loves Ai and can't wait to get out of the car on arrival!

Bella is always relaxed; at home with Ai's children and cats; calm and beautifully groomed - what more could Bella and I want "

Ai - we won't mention the chasing of your guinea pigs!!!  :-)   

Ally and Bella ( English Springer Spaniel ) 

" Ai,

You are so wonderful, our dogs love coming to spend the day with you and get their hair done.

Thanks ( :

Vicki and Snoopy, Piglet ( Spoodle )

" We absolutely love taking Indy to Ai every time he needs a groom as he always looks so handsome afterward.

Indy is very comfortable in Ai's company and she has ' a way' with dogs - We trust Indy is in good care at Ai's place when we drop him off to get groomed too and that is very important to us.

Indy has been going to Ai for a long time now and we would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone."

Indy's owner 

"We are very happy with Ruby's grooming.

She won't let us brush her, but will allow us to do her nails and clean her eyes.

As she loves running in the countryside, grass, sand, lakes and of course rolling in dead things she can get quick dirty and matted.

I cannot believe she lets you groom her and are delighted that you manage to get her all brushed out, ears and nails cleaned and that you let me know if you notice that she is unwell in any way.

Many thanks Ai for your lovely personal touch."

Rachel and Ruby (Bichon,maltise,poodle Cross)

"Ai - I am very aware how kind and gentle you are with our dog Penny, 

Your skill and expertise is obvious. 

I also love how you ask what kind of cut is needed and you give me feedback if you have any health concerns about Penny.

I think you are very expert as a groomer.

Thank you."

Caroline and Penny ( Spoodle ) 

" Tommy is transformed from a little hairy bear to a sleek and beautifully groomed pedigree dog.

He thoroughly enjoys the experience.

I highly recommend Ai as a groomer and Tommy enjoys the experience."

Roy and Tommy ( Wire Haired Fox Terrier )

"Our Cocker Spaniel Bella had a very bad experience with her first grooming. However Jeff from Remarkable Vets gave us Ai's name.

With her calmness, professional manner she comes home a happy & "Pretty Girl" "

Ann and Bella (English Cocker Spaniel)

" Ai,

Ollie always looks fantastic after you have groomed him and further more, he loves visiting you."

Joan and Ollie ( Jack Russell,Lhasa cross  )

" I have been very happy with the friendly way my dogs and I have been treated.

Oscar, who has a really thick coat comes home smelling good, looking very trim, with his coat well shaped for the proportions of his body.

He is obviously very happy to be with Ai.

She takes time to make sure he looks good - a very professional job. (I wish my hair looked as good when I do it.)

Basil, who is normally nervous, has been more than happy to be with Ai."

Judyth and Oscar ( Maltese,Chihuahua cross ) Basil ( Fox Terrier ) 

" I don't know how you could improve your service!

You are always very nice to deal with.

You are very nice to LouLou.

She comes to you looking pretty awful, woolly, knotty and she comes out looking great.

Anyone I meet that has a dog that needs grooming I tell them to come to you for all of the above reasons.

Your grooming is by far the best in the area (Central Otago, not just Wakatipu).

Dogs you have groomed look so much better than any others.

Please don't move away and leave us!"

Alison and LouLou ( English Cocker Spaniel ) 

"Cody always comes home from her bath gleaming, with extra care taken around her feet and ears which are an extra special treat, and really show the expertise, I always recommend Ai to other dog owner in the area, we will be sorry when we move away from the area."

Julie and Cody ( Samoyed )

" Asha loves coming to Ai. It's like a day spa for her.

She comes home happy and beautiful and she smells fantastic!"

Tracey and Asha ( Bichon,Caine cross )

" Ai has been grooming my two year old Bichon Lhasa cross, Timothy Cottontail, since he was a puppy.

She does a fabulous job, is very careful, and take her time to pay attention to every grooming detail, but most important  she has developed a wonderful trusting relationship with Timothy Cottontail.

He very much enjoys his time with Ai. 

I highly recommend Ai's services."

Joanne and Timothy Cottontail ( Bichon,Lhasa cross )

"Ai is by far the best groomer we have taken Fluke to.

She does exactly as asked to an exceptional standard. We are very happy and will not take our Fluke anywhere else now."

Dave and Eliana and Fluke (Lhasa Apso)

"Ai gives us a fantastic service and our dog  SCRUFFY (Westie) runs from the car to her door - he's never done that before!

Very reasonably priced as well."

Tim and Marie and Scruffy (West Highland White Terrier)

" Fantastic groom!

Charlie is always sparkling clean and professionally groomed to a high standard!

Ai always listens to what we want and follows through perfectly.

Charlie is always happy to go to Ai's house and comes home happy and looking fabulous!

Thanks Ai !"

Charlie's owner 

"Every time I come to get Harriet she is very happy.

Dropping her off is no problem as she comes in to see Ai willingly.

I have had no hesitation in passing on Ai's name as an excellent groomer.

I have been delighted with her grooming."

Sylvia and Harriet ( Caine Terrier )

" I am very happy with the way Ai groomed Chloe, and I find Ai to be very sweet and caring with my Poodle."

Aileen and Chloe ( Miniature Poodle ) 

"Molly loves coming to be groomed. she is happy to be there, always looks fabulous when Ai has finished her. She does a beautiful job and is Ai's pin up girl."

Chissy and Molly (West Highland White Terrier)

"Our Springer Spaniel "Tetley" is a hand full, we struggle to brush him at home. Ai is able to groom Tetley and he is calm and not traumatized afterwards unlike another place we took him. She always listens to us and cuts and trim him as we ask instead of giving him a standard cut.

We highly recommend her to anyone with an excitable dog."

Greg and Sally and Tetley (Springer Spaniel)

" Ai has recently taken over the grooming of my 11 year old Bichon with great care and kindness.

She is always returned in immaculate condition.

I would have no hesitation in recommending Ai."

Maddy's owner 

Hi, I'm Mr.Miles and this is my story.

I am a rescue dog. I have travelled to New Zealand from Australia with new my Mum and Dad.

Over the year I've been to many groomers, on arriving in Arrowtown, I got dragged off to yet another groomer.    "  Here we go again. "  I pondered. What a surprise I got, I've never been pampered like this before, Ai was my new best friend. What a result.

When we go walking now, I have trouble with admiring passers by, takes ages to get my walks. I consider myself as a "Pin up boy" .

I'm reminded of the lovely story, "The Ugly Duckling".  I've been turned into a handsome, well groomed, adorable,  -White-  West Highland Terrier.

You too can catch the eyes, just get your parents to give you a chance to be who you really can be, visit Ai and wait for the result.

I hope my story is a turning point.

It had to be told. 

I'm Mr. Miles.

" I am in my later years and Buddy is the 3rd Westie that I have had.

Without doubt Ai is the best groomer I have used over this time.

Her attention to detail, from using photos to confirm the style of cut that you want to all the requirements needed in the grooming of Westie, I have known no one as thorough.

I highly recommend Ai for the complete grooming of your loved dog."

Gaye and Buddy ( West Highland White Terrier )

"Princess Teddy really enjoys going to see Ai.

We are very Happy with Teddy's grooming.

Ai Always asks exactly how we would like Teddy groomed, and always asks If we are happy with her work. We are!

Ai obviously has a very kind and gentle way as Teddy can be a little nervous at times, but Teddy is never nervous about her grooming."

Chris and Sue and Princess Teddy (Wire Haired Fox Terrier)

" Pinot is 4 and 1/2 month old -  Ai has given Pinot 2 haircuts / nails / ears in this time on both occasions Pinot has been collected by myself - not only does she look beautiful but most importantly she is happy in Ai's company.

I highly recommend Ai as a professional groomer."

Elaine and Pinot ( Standard Poodle )