1-ON-1 with Adrian Smith

Master the art and business of creative grooming.

Work with me to perfect your craft and run your grooming business, learning from 12 years of failure and success.

Get ready to become a successful and sought-after groomer

You’re here because you’re an animal lover who wants to start a new career as a dog groomer. Or, you have some experience as a groomer, but you’re not at your creative best yet and want to learn new skills that help you become a better groomer, market yourself, and eventually grow your team.

You’re ready to make the investment to perfect your craft so you can make consistent income and provide exceptional grooming experiences to your clients and their fur babies.

I went from being a burned out solo groomer to owning two salons and making six figures.

In 2012, I met a sweet woman battling breast cancer who couldn’t afford to have her dogs groomed. Her dogs were matted and appeared neglected. After offering to help, seeing her tearful reaction to her groomed dogs sparked my passion.

I didn’t have any grooming training, so I learned through experience and many setbacks. I persisted year after year, learning how to run a business while becoming one of the best at what I do. My clientele grew quickly, thanks to social media, online forums, ads — whatever it took.

In 2019, I went from working alone as a full-time mobile groomer to opening my first salon with a team that I trained. Two years later, my work caught the attention of producers for the ABC television show “Pooch Perfect,” where I competed against other groomers. I later opened a second in my hometown of New Orleans, a testament to hard work and skill.

In my latest chapter, I’m sharing my passion for grooming by training other groomers on the techniques, marketing strategies, and other aspects of my career. I’m here to empower your confidence and knowledge to transform your grooming career without making the same mistakes I did.

Testimonials

Words cannot express how grateful I am. One minute I’m in my corporate job comfortable only to take a leap of faith and given an opportunity to train with the best. Thank you for the training.

Chanon H.

Thank you so much I can’t wait to start working with you! I love, love, love you and the training! It was well worth it.

Keisha B.

He taught me a lot, such as different grooming techniques on different breeds of dogs to [skills] to jump-start my career in grooming, such as photoshoots and mobile grooming.

Asha J.

Elevate your grooming game

Join us for a three-day workshop to learn how to use your equipment, create stunning looks, prioritize safety for you and your pets, and optimize your business operations. Book your 1-on-1 session today.

Inside the class

  • Best grooming practices for common breeds

  • Scissoring

  • Preparing coats for dye

  • Lightening dark coats

  • Applying dye safely

  • Maintaining color and appearance

  • Removing dye and protecting coats

  • Using and maintaining your tools and equipment

  • Trimming and treating nails

  • Accessorizing with feathers and bows

  • Managing your time effectively

  • Groomed by Adrian Certificate of Completion

  • AKC S.A.F.E. Grooming Certification

  • Franchise opportunity for $375 (normally $500)

$1,000

$1,750

Classes are nonrefundable.

I really enjoyed you and your staff. You have been so helpful and straightforward (what I like), and I can’t wait to take what I’ve learned to Houston to my current and future clients.

Kamari J.