About Our Salon
At Good Vibrations we understand that grooming is not something that all dogs enjoy. It is our mission to make the process as comfortable and low stress as possible. Grooming is done by appointment only to minimize the amount of dogs in the salon at any given time. We take our time to keep your dog relaxed and use gentle handling techniques. Because we strive to keep things calm, if a dog becomes too fearful or aggressive we will ask that you pick them up. If you are worried that your dog may become anxious, feel free to schedule a meet and greet with one of our stylists! Consultation is free and can reduce the stress of that first appointment.
Our Team
Valerie Burke
Owner / Groomer
Valerie has worked in the pet industry since 2006. In 2008 she graduated from the Academy of Animal Arts in Dearborn, MI. Upon returning to Kitsap county, she has built a career in grooming. She is a regular attendant of the Northwest Grooming Show and has taken many certification courses to further her education. Valerie has completed her Advanced Professional Groomer certification through the IPG and is a current member of the NDGAA. Valerie takes pride in earning the trust of fearful dogs. At home, Valerie enjoys camping with her two children. She also has a hound named Olive and two cats, Kirk and Watermelon.
Kelsey Sponholz
Groomer
Kelsey started her grooming journey in her home state of Wisconsin in 2019 as a bather. She enjoyed working with dogs so much she continued grooming throughout college. Throughout the years, she’s continued her grooming education by attending the All American Grooming Show for a plethora of classes including Skin and Coat Care and Handling Fearful Dogs. Kelsey enjoys making a connection with all of her furry clients and helping them become more comfortable with the grooming process. Outside of work, Kelsey enjoys hanging with her pup, Watson, and playing computer games.
Angie is a certified graduate of the Animal Behavior College's Cat and Dog Grooming program and has been a dedicated professional since February 2010. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in working with difficult-to-handle dogs, including those previously labeled dangerous or un-groomable.
For Angie, grooming is a deeply rewarding practice driven by the satisfaction of building trust and providing reliable care. She takes great pride in the detail of her work.
Personally, she enjoys escape rooms, travel, and home decor, and owns three dogs: Olaf (Italian Greyhound), Abu (Cairn Terrier/Shih Tzu mix), and Machu (Boston Terrier).
Angie values the supportive and compassionate environment fostered by owner Valerie at Good Vibrations, calling it the best and calmest salon she has ever worked in.
Angie King
Groomer
Mo Trimble
Groomer
​With five years of experience and a background in continued education (NW Grooming Show), Mo approaches grooming with a deep passion for the artistic side of the craft. She specializes in working with curly-coated breeds, utilizing her unique skills to highlight their natural beauty and personality. For Mo, grooming is the ultimate blend of creativity and care. When she's not styling dogs, you can find her engaging in other creative pursuits like art and roller skating, or practicing focus through Bikram yoga
Coming soon... :)
James Vignati
Bather
April Neely
Receptionist
April joined our team as a receptionist in May 2024. Originally from southern California, she moved to the PNW to experience all the natural beauty that Washington has to offer, and to continue her work in conservation. April loves birding, gardening, making art, and exploring the natural world with her family, and her two spoiled rescue pups, Willy and Frog. She has a lot of love and compassion for All Things Dog and is ready to assist you and your precious pups on your next visit to GVG!