GCGA
Stacy Brown
American Chapter
Creative Groomer
Stacy Brown’s journey into creative grooming began long before her first salon appointment—it started in a barn. As a child, she spent her days grooming horses, carving shapes into their coats, and braiding or beading manes whenever she had the chance. Any dog that wandered too close became her next grooming experiment, setting the stage for a lifelong love of animal transformation.
Years later, when a grooming colleague dyed a poodle pink, it reignited something in Stacy. Watching creative competitions quickly became her favorite part of industry shows. Unlike many who work with poodles, Stacy embraced the challenge of showcasing her Afghan Hound, Aurora, in competitions—turning a typically uncarvable drop coat into a bold canvas for expression.
With guidance from mentors including the legendary Dawn Omboy, Stacy entered online competitions and placed with both a Pomeranian and her Afghan. Her first live event, the Atlanta Pet Fair in 2021, was a breakout success—winning 1st place in the Entry Creative Dog & Cat Styling division with Aurora.
Aurora has since retired from the ring, but Stacy’s drive is only growing. She’s eager to return with a new Afghan and continue competing, pushing the boundaries of coat type, design, and creativity in the grooming world.
Through her businesses—The Barking Lot and Groomer Girls Mobile Grooming—Stacy combines traditional technique with fearless innovation. Her mission is simple: never be afraid to ask for something bold.
As a proud GCGA USA Chapter member, Stacy Brown proves that with heart, mentorship, and a little imagination, even the most unconventional canvases can shine.
Accolades
- Atlanta Pet Fair 2021: 1st place entry creative dog and cat styling
Certifications
- IPG
