Kellie’s K9s: A Grooming Van Full of Love & Second Chances

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Kellie’s K9s: A Grooming Van Full of Love & Second Chances

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Help Me Launch My Mobile Pet Grooming Dream: Fund My Van!
Dream & Vision

Every pet deserves love, care, and comfort. As a certified groomer and lifelong animal lover, I’ve seen how grooming can completely transform a pet’s confidence and health. My dream is to launch a mobile pet grooming van—bringing professional, gentle grooming straight to pets' homes. No cages, no stress—just one-on-one care in a calming environment.

But this isn't just about grooming—it's about changing lives.

The dog in the picture? He’s my own rescue. When I found him, he was scared, anxious, and neglected. With time, patience, and proper grooming, he began to trust again. He blossomed. That transformation lit a fire in me: I want to change more lives just like his.

Why I Need £15,000
I’m raising £15,000 (~$19,000) to fund the van, equipment, and everything I need to launch this mobile grooming service. Here's a breakdown:

Item Estimated Cost
Used van (e.g. Peugeot Boxer, Mercedes Sprinter) £10,000–£12,000
Insurance (commercial + public liability) £1,200–£1,500/year
Grooming setup & van conversion £1,500–£2,000
Equipment (hydroblaster system, table, dryer, water heater) £1,000–£1,500
Branding & launch supply £500–£800

Equipment Investments Include:

Hydroblaster (for efficient washing & de-shedding): ~£400

Grooming table: ~£150

High-velocity dryer: ~£200

Water heater + tanks: ~£250

Pet-safe shampoos, clippers, brushes, etc.: ~£500

Initial branding and marketing materials: ~£300–£500

What Makes This Special

Stress-free grooming for anxious, elderly, or reactive dogs

Convenient for owners — ideal for busy families, elderly clients, and disabled pet parents

Compassion-driven mission — I want to work closely with local shelters and rescues, offering affordable or free grooms to pets in need

My Mission
Every wagging tail tells a story—and I want to be part of those stories. Just like I changed my rescue dog’s life, I want to keep showing up for pets who’ve been forgotten, neglected, or simply need a little extra TLC. This van will help me reach them where they are.

How You Can Help
Every pound donated goes directly into this dream:

£25 covers shampoos and brushes

£150 funds part of the grooming setup

£1,000 gets us closer to a fully equipped van

I’ll be sharing every step of the journey—from van hunting to our very first mobile appointment—so you can see the real impact of your support.

Thank you for helping me bring comfort, care, and joy to pets across our community. Together, we can change lives—one groom at a time.
Please donate or share this campaign to help me make this dream a reality.


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Kellie Roberts
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