Our Team
Ariel
CoOwner & Groomer
Ariel started her grooming career 10+ years ago in Los Angeles, where she was formally trained in all breed cuts. She has brought a bit of her California style back to Virginia with her, being able to do a variety of Asian fusion styles as well as creative grooming. Hair dye and mohawks available on request! While Ariel likes to have fun with her grooming techniques, she also excels in traditional breed standard cuts. Ariel is trained to provide hand stripping as well, another service she is passionate about. Away from the salon, Ariel is enjoying her new East Coast life in Reston, VA, with her girlfriend and her terrier mix, Martin.
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Kelsey
CoO
wner & Manager
Born and raised in Vienna, Kelsey has always had a passion for animals. She was lucky to find her dream job over a decade ago, starting work at Vienna Pet Spaw when she was sixteen years old. Kelsey enjoys all aspects of managing the Spaw, whether it be behind the desk, at the tub, or at the grooming table. In her spare time, Kelsey volunteers at The Animal Welfare League of Arlington. Fostering sick animals and dogs with behavioral challenges has been one of the most rewarding experiences of her life thus far. Kelsey lives in Reston with her husband Colby, and their four rescued fur babies, two pit bulls and two chihuahuas.
Carol
Founder & Bather
Growing up in the area, Carol always knew that Vienna was a special place. After a variety of careers in other industries, she finally got the chance to chase her dream of opening her own pet business in 2008… and Vienna Pet Spaw was born! Certainly an act of passion, Carol has devoted every day since to her beloved clients, both dog and human. (The dogs are her favorite though!) Outside of her business, Carol loves spending time outdoors with her husband Mark. The couple love to stay active together biking and hiking any chance they get. The youngest of eight siblings, Carol also adores spending time with her family. Carol and Mark live in Herndon, shockingly with no pets of their own! She says she thinks of all her clients as her own pups, but we’re hoping someday we can convince her ;)
Elena
Grooming Team Lead
Elena came to us years ago as a sixteen-year-old bather. Her passion for animals has grown along with her skill set! She learned from the best and now teaches our apprentices, and she has mastered all breed cuts, including hand stripping! Outside of work, Elena is involved in several different equestrian programs, including therapy riding for children and adults. Elena also has her own horse, Noodle! She lives in Reston, VA with her girlfriend, Tree Walking Coonhound mix, Blueberry and her Bearded Dragon, Bobbi.
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Camryn
Assistant Salon Manager
Like many of our other management team members, Camryn also came to us as a 16 year old bather. She was a bather for over 5 years before being recently promoted to assistant salon manager! She is one of the people that you will most likely be talking to about booking/any questions you may have about us! Camryn graduated from Old Dominion University in May of 2025 and is now living in Oakton, VA with her mother and her cat, Bear. Outside of work, Camryn enjoys playing video games, traveling, and volunteering her time as an event planner.
Mitchell (Mitch)
Administrative Assistant
Mitch began working at the Pet Spaw back in May of 2025. He is the one you are most likely talking to on the phone/over email when you contact us with questions or for booking! In his free time, Mitch enjoys making music and staying active with martial arts. His favorite dogs to see around the salon are Shiba Inus, but his favorite animals of all are all kinds of reptiles. Mitch stays in Centerville with no pets, but we are trying to convince him ;).
Katie
Groomer
Katie started her grooming career with us shortly after completing grooming school at the Virginia School of Pet Grooming. Starting first as a bather and then a full time groomer, Katie has developed her skills and passion for the craft. Over her 9+ years of hands-on grooming experience, Katie has become specialized in our salon’s most popular clientele… oodles of doodles! Outside of work, Katie loves chilling at the pool, kickboxing, and spending quality time with her three nieces and nephews and her Golden Retriever, Banks. Katie lives with her family in South Riding.
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Nikkita
Groomer
Nikkita has been with us since July 2023, training with Ariel and Elena before graduating as a Fear Free-certified groomer in April 2024. She loves all dogs, especially Pomeranians, Poodles, and any curly coats, and she’s excited to keep expanding her grooming skills! Nikkita lives in Alexandria with her boyfriend.
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Wilbur (Wil)
Groomer
Starting as a bather in 2021, Wilbur trained with Ariel and Elena as an apprentice groomer starting in the spring of 2025. Now as a graduated groomer, Wilbur is excited to start taking on his own clients as his skills grow. His favorite breed to work with is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Wilbur lives in Vienna with his dogs Chuck and Fern.
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