"At For Dogs Sake! Grooming Parlour & Training School, we blend expertise and passion to offer exceptional grooming services and professional training.

About Us

Welcome to For Dogs Sake! Grooming and Training School.

I’m Mary Ellen Bailie, and I have over a decade of experience in dog grooming and training. My background includes owning and operating a boarding kennel, dog walking service, and doggy daycare, all of which focused on behavioural training.

At For Dogs Sake!, we take pride in being an award-winning team of professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care and training for your pets.

I hold a National Diploma in Animal Care, a Higher National Diploma in Animal Science, and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Animal Behaviour and Welfare. Additionally, I am certified with an OCN Level 3 in Dog Grooming and a VTCT Level 3 in Education and Training. These qualifications reflect my commitment to ensuring the highest standards of care and expertise for your furry companions.

  • Completed OCN Level 3 in Commercial Dog Grooming and Salon Management. I feel incredibly lucky to have learned from such a talented and passionate grooming teacher. Mary Ellen's knowledge, patience, and attention to detail have truly shaped my skills and confidence in the grooming world. Every lesson was hands-on, inspiring, and full of valuable tips that go beyond the textbook. Mary Ellen didn’t just teach grooming she taught compassion, professionalism, and the importance of treating every dog like royalty. Thanks to her guidance, I feel ready to step into the industry with pride and purpose. Highly recommend to anyone serious about becoming a great groomer!

  • We had a first time experience with For Dogs Sake Grooming during the past week! First impressions were Mary-Ellen was so welcoming to both ourselves and our dogs. Most professional and caring in every aspect of our visit! Kerri, Dennis and Suzi were so excited and such a loving fuss made over them they felt very much at home. The Grooming Parlour its self is most inviting with its bright and colourful interior and so well laid out. The experience was lovely, professional and caring. Couldn’t recommend Mary Ellen enough. We will return on regular appointments. Well done to all.

  • Mary Ellen is fantastic at what she does. My wee man Sonny, a cocker spaniel, is incredibly anxious and hates being without me, let alone being groomed. But Mary Ellen knows exactly what to do and always leaves him looking & smelling amazing! I have been super anxious in the past myself leaving him, as I know he panics, but I have no fear in leaving him here now. Thank you, once again!

Contact Us

07563256419

fordogssakegroomingandtraining@gmail.com

1Tarthlogue Road,

Annaghmore,

Co Armagh,

BT62 1RB