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Our experienced and professional staff is eager to help your pet look their very best!

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Nicole Smith

My name is Nicole Smith and I am the proud owner of Grooming by Nicole. I am married to a wonderful man, Jim. I have a beautiful daughter who is now 11 years old, Mikayla. I also have 1 stepdaughter, Kirsten, and 1 stepson, Ryan.  I am a proud member of Bardstown Christian Fellowship. I have lived in the Bardstown area for my whole life. I have always had a love for animals and as a child, I wanted to be a veterinarian. Because of the long, extensive schooling that it takes to become a vet I decided to look for a different career that would still deal with animals.  I have been grooming dogs for 15 years now and wouldn't have it any other way. I graduated from the Nash Academy of Animal Arts in Lexington. I worked at a pet grooming facility in Middletown for 2 years. Then I had my daughter and took a couple of months off. Deciding that it would be a huge strain driving to Middletown with an infant, I ended up grooming at a vet in town, Central Ky Animal Clinic. I never dreamed off owning and operating such an extensive business but the Lord has been very generous to me and I give all the credit to him. God has blessed me tremendously in my personal life and also in my business. Well, that's enough about me, take a look at the rest of my staff.


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Owner and Groomer


Shelia Evans
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Receptionist

My name is Shelia Evans. I am Nicole's mom. I am married to Joe Evans of "Rooster Run." I enjoy working with Nicole because I love to be around the people and the pets. I have a shizaranian, Mattie Lou, and 3 cats at home. I have 2 daughters, Nicole and Brooke. I also have 2 stepdaughters, Penny and Katie. I have lived in Cox's Creek my entire life. I look forward to meeting you. Have a nice day!! 


Trish Phillips
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Groomer and Supervisor

I am Trish Phillips. I've been married for 8 years to my wonderful husband Jason, we have two children 5 & 1. I've been grooming with Nicole for 10 years and worked 4 years for a vet prior to Grooming By Nicole. I enjoy working with cats and dogs because it is so rewarding at the end of the day when the pets go home looking and smelling great. We have 2 huskies and 2 cats we love very much.

Patty Ballard
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Pet Hotel Manager

My name is Patty Ballard and I have been married for 35 years to the same man and we have 3 sons and 3 grandchildren. I enjoy working at Grooming By Nicole because I can play with and love all the dogs and then send them home happy to their parents. I don't even mind cleaning up their messes. I work with the greatest group of women. Everyday is a paws up day!!

Rosie Moneyhan
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Pet hotel and receptionist helper

I am Rosie. I am married and have 4 boys. I enjoy working with the animals. They always give unconditional love.

Connie Updike
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Pet hotel worker and cleaner

Hello, I am Connie and I work part time here.  I've worked here for 3 years. I love working with the dogs and cats. It's very gratifying. I've been divorced for 8 years. I have 4 children, 3 grandchildren, and my dog, Molly. They keep me from being lonely. I don't know what I'd do without them. I think I'll stay at Grooming by Nicole's for a long time.


There are more employees but some are camera shy or just haven't written a story about themselves. Keep looking to see who shows up next!!