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OUR MANAGEMENT TEAM
Owner & Groomer
Laura Hamilton
Laura is one of our Owners & Operators of The Standard Dog! She has been grooming for over 8 years and has even competed & placed in a couple grooming competitions! She has always had a passion for dogs since she was young and you could say she is living the dream now!
Laura is the creative mind behind our logo, decor, retail, and more! She is always working on a new project, whether its simply new t-shirt designs or a whole new floor plan for our shop!
Before opening The Standard Dog, she used to groom & manage a salon in Chattanooga, TN, before that she began at PetSmart in Georgia where she is born and raised - Go Dawgs!
You may catch one of her two sweet pups at the shop, Cannon, an Australian Shepherd, or Cobbler, an English Cocker Spaniel!
Owner & Groomer
Dillon Wilson
Dillon is one of the Owners & Operators of The Standard Dog and has been grooming dogs for over 8 years. He started out working at PetSmart during college and got into grooming after graduating from UNC Wilmington. What began as a job quickly turned into a passion, and he’s been dedicated to improving his skills ever since. At The Standard Dog, Dillon focuses on quality grooming and making sure every dog feels comfortable and cared for. His goal is always the same: happy dogs that look great. When he’s not at the shop, Dillon enjoys playing drums and making music, he was even in a band!
At home he has two ups, Freya, a rescue, and Midna, a Standard Poodle! You may even find Midna hanging out at the shop some days!
Salon Manager/Dog Stylist
Becky Trudeau
Becky's unwavering care for every dog and client we see, and true dedication to our mission of providing a new standard of care, has led her to be the best leader for our salon. With over 10 years of experience in the grooming industry, she provides such a fun-loving, passionate, and caring personality to our team, and we are incredibly grateful to have her!
Becky loves all dogs but specializes in our senior pups. She is the proud mom of her three year old son, Adrian, and dog mom to Wesley, a twelve year old German Shepherd mix, and Kuna, an eight year old Labradoodle who she rescued from a neglect situation. Becky has previously worked in the Raleigh area and built a loyal clientele there. She feels very fortunate that her pups from Raleigh make the trip to see her here in Greenville and she has truly loved getting to know her new clients at The Standard Dog!
SALON STAFF
Our award-winning team of Dog Stylists are exceptionally skilled and trained to provide Best-In-Show looks for every breed! In order to provide the best service for both you and your pup, we strive to build a great, personal relationship with you from your first step in the salon.
Dog Stylist
Holly Mellott
Holly joined our team in November 2024! She has been grooming for about 11 years and began her journey at PetSmart, from there she worked at a few salons in Greenville before we got lucky to have her join us! She has built a strong clientele over the years due to her quality grooms and care for each dog as well as their owner!
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time her two sweet kids and her two pups, Kiara, a Golden Retriever, and Esme, a mix!
Salon Assistant
Lauren Beck
Lauren brings 4 years of experience in the dog world to The Standard Dog team. Prior to joining us, she worked as a veterinary technician, bather, and farmhand, gaining a wide range of skills that make her an invaluable part of the team. Lauren is passionate about helping dogs in any way she can and loves learning new things to better support their care. Outside of work, she enjoys riding her horse, Swayzee, and showing him, which brings her a great sense of joy.
Salon Assistant
Abiyah Raynor
Abiyah is a Groomer’s Assistant and The Standard Dog! She has been working with animals for four years, but has been around them her whole life. Her current favorite dog breed are doodles! She enjoys watching movies and spending time with her family. Abiyah enjoys working at TSD because she gets to know all of the different dogs and loves being around such an amazing team!
Salon Assistant
Amanda Walker
Amanda brings 16 years of experience in the dog world to The Standard Dog team. She spent 12 years as a groomer at PetSmart and 2 years as a caretaker at Top Dog Academy, where she honed her skills and deepened her love for animals. Outside of work, Amanda is most passionate about spending time with her family and bonding with their dogs. She loves creating strong connections and enjoying quality time with her loved ones, both human and furry.
Lead Bather
Alex Smith
Alex is a bather with The Standard Dog. Her favorite dog breed is Chihuahuas and if she were an animal, it would be a sun fish! She has three pets. One dog and two cats. Alex loves TSD because she gets to work with so many cute pups!
Bather/Prep
Nicole Reed
Nicole joined our team in 2026! She works as both a bather and receptionist. Nicole has a hound mix named Corolla but called Rolla! If Nicole were an animal, she would be a sea lion because they’re silly. Nicole’s favorite part of work is her coworker Ashley and all the dogs. She loves the environment and gets excited to work every day.
Bather/Prep
Angie Everett
Angie is a bather with The Standard Dog. She has worked with animals all of her life. She loves to play guitar, legos, and Red Dead Redemption 2. She also enjoys volunteering at the shelter. Angie is currently an RVT and is working to finish school and become a zoo keeper!
Bather/Prep
Sara Taylor
Sara is a bather with The Standard Dog from Snow Hill. Sara is working to become a groomer and enjoys working with all types of temperaments with dogs. In her free time, Sara likes to watch TV and read books.
Bather/Prep
Kenna Sternburg
Kenna brings 3 years of experience in the dog world to The Standard Dog. Before joining the team, she worked as a cook in a restaurant and also ran her own pet sitting business, combining her love of animals with her entrepreneurial spirit. Her favorite part of the job is getting to connect with each dog she works with, building trust and understanding their unique personalities. Outside of work, Kenna is passionate about reading and enjoys winding down with a good book.
Receptionist
Dani Foster
Dani is the friendly face at the front desk and joined The Standard Dog team in December 2024. With a background in biochemistry from ECU, she brings a thoughtful, curious energy to the shop. Her favorite part of the job is connecting with both the dogs and their people, creating a welcoming experience for everyone. Outside of work, Dani is a creative spirit—she loves painting and expressing herself through art. Whether she’s learning something new or making someone smile, Dani brings heart and creativity to everything she does.
Receptionist/ Social Media
Ashley Heustess
Ashley is a receptionist with The Standard Dog. She has worked with animals for about 6.5 years. If she were to pick what animal she would be, it would be a racoon. She enjoys spending time with her daughter and her goal is to open up a rehabilitation center and gym for dogs.
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