The Groomer

A woman with long brown hair, glasses, and a black shirt holding a pair of hair scissors with a comb in her hand. She is smiling in front of a colorful abstract background.

Crystal Widmar (CJ)
Professional Groomer & Owner of Zen Pup Spa

I founded this business with a simple principle: calm and patient grooming.

My journey in professional pet care began in 2013 as an apprentice, where I was immediately taught the value of a gentle, low-stress approach. This calm philosophy is backed by two decades of diverse experience in the animal care field, including working as a veterinary assistant, managing a busy dog daycare, and volunteering my time at various humane societies. This background gives me a deep understanding of animal behavior, health, and comfort, ensuring your pet is handled with the utmost care.

I have a lifelong passion for dogs and animals, a love that started when I was a young child. I'm also committed to supporting the industry and have enjoyed mentoring several groomer trainees throughout my career.

I live in Brown Deer, Wisconsin, with my husband Jason, our two Australian Shepherds, Billy and Sookie, and our two feline bosses, Waffles and Cheddar. I look forward to meeting you and your furry family members!

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A small dog with light-colored fur and dark eyes standing on a grooming table in a pet grooming salon.
A black poodle with curly fur sitting in a grooming salon, wearing a colorful bandana. The groomed dog has its tongue out and appears happy. The background shows grooming supplies on shelves and a red wall.
A cute brown and white puppy with fluffy fur sitting on a grooming table, looking at the camera with a blue eye and a dark eye, in a pet grooming salon.
An Australian Shepherd on a grooming table at a pet grooming salon, with red and blue walls in the background.
A cute, groomed toy Poodle with curly light brown fur, sitting indoors.
A cute Welsh Terrier with a scruffy face and floppy ears sitting on a grooming table. The dog is wearing a sky blue bandana with dog illustrations. The background features a red wall and grooming equipment.