MEET YOUR STYLISTS

Dawn Tallo

Owner, Lead Stylist

Hi! I’m Dawn Tallo (previously Penzarella), Owner and Lead Stylist for over 20 years at Sandy Paws! I have over 20 years grooming and ownership experience and have spent that time creating your pets best salon experience. I truly love what I do and hope to continue on this path for many more years to come. I have 4 children: Evan (18), Sarah (12) and my step kids Bella (16) and Santo (13). They all keep me on my toes. My 2 rescue dogs: Amy and Bean. I am married and my husband Steve thinks I love the dogs more than him…shhh!

Owning a shop has been exciting, scary, crazy, exhilarating and terrifying. However, my clients have always been loyal and have kept my doors open now for 20++ years. We are so very thankful for all of them.

Kristina

Stylist

Amanda

Stylist

Jill

Stylist (Part Time)

Jenna

Grooming Assistant / Receptionist

Kim

Front Desk / Customer Care Manager

Mom of 4 four leggers, Drogo, Kahlissi, Grayson & Banjo, has been with Sandy Paws since we had the kennel in Middletown many years ago. She has quickly excelled to specializing in poodle breeds. Kristina is a vet tech and has worked with dogs for over 10 years. After managing Sandy Paws in Middletown, Kristina moved on to becoming a vet tech but learned she wanted to get closer to the dogs and wanted to be a Stylist. We happily rehired her and now she has been grooming with us full time for 5 years.

I am an Original Sandy Paws pack member. Staring in 1999 in Sea Bright with Dawn. I came back after running my own shop for a few years. I have a degree in Equine Science and love working with horses as well as dogs. I specialize in Bichon Frise , yorkies and schnauzers. I can do any breed, just tell me what you want. With 22 years’ experience, I can figure it our based-on experience. I still love what I do after many years. I also work on cats. Bring your baby to me, and we can discuss what you want and if it’s possible I will do it.

I started with Sandy Paws in October, 2020. I have worked with dogs and cats for years and know this is what I want to do. I currently assist the groomers and work to manage the day to day activities of the salon. I manage the front desk as well as the dogs and groomers. I plan to train to become a stylist in the future. I am excited to work in what I love. I look forward to coming in every day. Come in and see me, just make sure you bring your furry for legger with you.

Kim is our front desk and customer care Manager. She makes sure the salon runs smoothly! As smoothly as possible. Responsible for the daily management of staff, pups and desk, Kim is a “does it all” staff member! She’s brought so much of her marketing and organizational skills to our shop. We are so happy to have her! Kim is pictured with her two fur babes Sammy and Lilly.