"Astrid is nationally known for the many dogs she has shown over the past 20 years"

-Seattle Times, 02/20/1996

Astrid Lawrence
 

Astrid has over 30 years experience with dog and cat grooming. She has bred and shown American Cocker Spaniels for over 30 years and is a member of the American Spaniel Club, Washington State Cocker Spaniel Club and the Bernese Mountain Dog Club or America, Inc. In addition to cockers, Astrid is a Professional Handler at AKC shows. She has shown American Cocker Spaniels, American Staffordshire Terriers, Bernese Mountain Dogs, Brittanys, Golden Retrievers, Springer Spaniels, Chinese Sharpei and many others. Astrid has had several top ranked dogs and attends national level shows including specialties and the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club show. Bill Gorodner and Lloyd Alton featured her in the book The World of the Cocker Spaniel.

I am pleased to have a well-qualified, professional and caring staff. I take pride that local veterinarians regularly refer their clients to us including those with special needs.

Kerry Edinger
 

I began competing with dogs in 4H when I was 11 years old and jumped in with both feet. Within two yeras, I began competing in AKC events starting with obedience and junior showmanship. I branched out and began competing in Conformation and Agility. From 2000 to 2005, I took a break from competing and went to college. I graduated from Oregon State University with a BS in Exercise and Sport Science and began my graduate work at University of Idaho. I then realized that it wasn't for me and came back to my first love...dogs. I have handled many breeds mostly from the Sporting, Herding and Working groups. My family selectively breeds Weimaraners and Labradors, and we will soon be adding a Staffordshire Bull Terrier to the mix. I am always known to be showing at least one English Setter. I am currently showing a young Belgian Malinois, Ch. Carousel's Ryde the Wild Waves. At the young age of 14 months, Ryder is now the #4 Belgian Malinois in all rankings. I have recently become interested in field events, so when I am not at work or shows, I am usually out with the dogs training for field trial and hunt tests. I also enjoy action movies, swimming and going to dinner with friends. I have my IPG Sporting Certicication and I am studying to receive my Master Groomer Certification.

Jennifer Skipworth
 

My love for animals started when I was 8 years old and was helping at a local horse barn. My hobby became horses for the next 6 years. I started to notice the barn dogs and cats would follow me everywhere I went.
At age 16 I began working for A Fur Affair as a bather until my graduation from Eastlake High School. I went on to beauty school and became a licensed hairstylist/barber. While I enjoyed cutting hair, I felt something was missing and realized that I missed the animals.
I attended Masers Grooming Academy and graduated with my Masers Master Grooming certification. I was excited to return to A Fur Affair as a part of the Grooming staff.
I love grooming all types of breeds but particulary enjoy grooming poodles, bishons, shihtzus and schnauzers. It is fun to spoil them on spa day and send them home feeling good.
In my free time I enjoy playing with my lab, 2 cats and eating out with good friends. I would like to become involved in Agility Competitions and possibly dog obedience trials in the next few years.

Candace Chand
 

Candace has shown in AKC shows since she was 10 years old starting with Junior handling. Candace has worked at AKC shows for some of the top handlers in the country. She recently finished "Buzz" ( Ch. Sunhaven's Premier Package) a buff cocker spaniel from the puppy classes and he is now her house dog. "Buzz" was WA State Cocker Club's top winning ASCOB cocker for 2007. This talented lady works at the salon only on Saturdays. On her off time her hobbies include showing dogs, and movies. Her favorite foods are Pasta and Mexican.