My name is Marilyn Dunning, I am the owner of Doggie Doos Mobile Grooming and Doggie Doos Grooming Course

I love teaching—especially people who genuinely love animals and want to work with them. Helping others learn how to care for dogs safely, patiently, and compassionately is what drives me.

I have been a dog trainer for over 30 years and a professional dog groomer for more than 42 years. Over the years, that experience has given me not only strong technical skills, but also a deep understanding of canine behavior, handling, and the patience this profession truly requires.

In the early 2000s, I owned and operated a non-profit rescue in Georgia, where we successfully rescued and adopted out 88 animals. Animal welfare has always been more than a job for me—it’s a lifelong commitment.

I’m also a dog mom many times over. I share my home with rescue dogs and cats who are my children just as much as my boys are—arguably better, since they don’t talk back and love me unconditionally (which is exactly how I love them).

I am the sole instructor for this program, which means you will work one-on-one with me throughout your education. I believe personal instruction makes a real difference. I will guide you step by step, teach you the skills you need, observe your progress, and support you as you grow in confidence and ability.

My goal is to help you become not just a dog groomer—but a skilled, compassionate, and ethical professional who always puts the well-being of the dog first.

I look forward to partnering with you on your dog grooming journey.  If you're ready or not sure if you're ready,  fill out the Student Interest form and  we will reach out to you.

TESTIMONIALS

Miss Marilyn is amazing!  I started my Dog Grooming program with her In December and I am about the graduate.  I already have a full time job lined up with the Mentor Miss Marilyn paired me with, AND my soon to be new boss has expressed that when she retires in 3 years, I may be able to take the Business over!  I can’t thank Doggie Doos Enough.  My boss tells me that people rave about the job I do and I say I owe it all to her and Miss Marilyn. 

Deb C, Boise Idaho

I am so, 100% ready for the Grooming World. I just need to take my finals and then I graduate.  I want to start my own mobile grooming business and thanks to Doggie Doos I have that Confidence to not only be a groomer but a business owner as well.  Doggie Doos also has a start up and consulting program and a percentage is taken off for Dog Grooming Students.  I recommend Doggie Doos for sure!  Thank you for all you did!

Joe K. Columbus, Ohio

I took the VIP Start Up Course with Doggie Doos and it was like someone was in my corner.  I never worried about Marilyn not being there for me.  She was there every step of the way.  In fact, Marilyn is coming to visit me as she has family in the area, so she will be able to see the Mobile Grooming Business she helped me build.  I can never thank her enough,  She isn’t some absent course instructor, she is a Great Christian Lady, who really cares about her students.  Basically, she isn’t in it for the money, she is in it to help others achieve what she has!  Highly, Highly recommend!

Katie C.   East Aurora, NY