Our Team
Established in 2019 as the first cat-only grooming facility in Singapore, the Nekomori Cat Salon is dedicated exclusively towards the care and wellbeing of curious, sometimes shy, feline friends. Compelled by a genuine desire to offer a quiet, peaceful retreat where cats can be gently groomed, our mission is to make cat care easily accessible so that companion cats and their owners can relish in the enjoyment that cat ownership truly brings.. Without the stress and worry that is typically associated with out-of-home grooming.
Rachel
Lead Grooming Artisan at Nekomori, Rachel is a professional pet groomer with over 10 years of experience in the field, having been grooming dogs, cats, and small animals since 2005.
With a multitude of grooming accreditations under her belt, she is also a highly successful grooming instructor who has successfully nurtured and trained a number of notable, award-winning pet groomers, including those of which she now oversees in Nekomori.
Awards & Certifications
- Class A 1st Prize Grooming Competition
- Dog Grooming Association of Singapore 2010
- Most Promising Groomer Award
- Dog Grooming Association of Singapore 2010
- Class C 3rd Prize Grooming Competition Singapore Kennel Club 2009
Katie
Katie, the doting cat-mom with more than 7 years experience in pet grooming. Her initial intrigue on cat behavior and health has blossomed into a deep love and passion on cat well-being and care which led her to specialising in feline grooming and wellness.
Her gentle and stress free approach allows her to handle all temperament types by supporting their emotional wellbeing and lowering anxiety levels, as clearly evident with chill nature of her 3 beloved cats. Always ready to share her passion, Katie enjoys sharing her little tips and tricks on how to spoil your lovely cats, so feel free to strike up a conversation with her.
Awards & Certifications
• 2025 B Class Groomer Certification – [SKC] (Award of Merit)
• 2018 C Class Groomer Certification – [SKC]
• 2025 AGPAS National Grooming Competition (Pure Breed Scissoring) – 2nd Place
Chloe
Chloe started with Neko Neko in customer service, where her love for cats sparked an interest in grooming. She trained under our senior groomers, building her skills, and competed at the Asia Cat Expo’s Cat Grooming Competition in 2024, earning her cat groomer certification in the open category. Now a Grooming Artisan at Nekomori, Chloe is passionate about giving every cat the care and comfort they deserve.
Awards & Certifications
- 2024 FCI/SKC Class C Certified
- Certified Cat Groomer (Open Category, Asia Cat Expo)
Jing Yu
After 3 years in the animation industry, Jingyu decided to pursue her passion in working with feline friends. Through months of hard work, she picked up professional skills to help every feline client feel and look their best.
As a devoted cat owner, Jingyu always cherishes her time at Nekomori – simply being able to cuddle and ‘sayang’ every cat that comes into her arms gives her enough satisfaction to keep this ailurophile going!
Awards & Certifications
- 2022 FCI/SKC Class C Certified
Stephanie
Stephanie is an animal lover who has always wanted to work with animals! With her gentle touch and loving heart, Stephanie is dedicated to ensuring that every grooming session for her clients is a comfortable, safe and enjoyable experience that will leave their owners feeling assured and at ease.
Awards & Certifications
Nekomori Professional Cat Grooming Certification, Class of April 2023
Asia Cat Expo 2025 UCA Cat Grooming Competition, Regular Category, 3rd place
Lynn
Lynn is a dedicated cat groomer with professional training in pet care and grooming. She takes a gentle and thoughtful approach to grooming, with a focus on working with each cat according to their individual needs, temperament, and comfort. With formal training across different levels of professional pet caring and grooming skills, Lynn is committed to providing cats with a safe, comfortable, and positive grooming experience.
Certifications & Awards
- 2025 B Class Pet Groomer Certification – [NGKC]
- 2025 C Class Pet Groomer Certification – [NGKC]
Qash
With a strong background in marketing for 7 years, Qash decided to follow her passion for cat care by joining Nekomori as a grooming assistant. For 2 years, she honed her skills in handling and grooming cats, learning the ins and outs of feline care. Now a full-time grooming technician, Qash combines her dedication and experience to ensure each cat enjoys a safe, comfortable, and caring grooming experience.
Awards & Certifications
- Technical, Asia Cat Expo Cat Grooming Competition (2nd Place)
- Certified in Cats and Dogs (CDBFAW) Basic First Aid Workshop (Singapore Red Cross Academy (SRCA))
Wai Hin
Grooming Artisan
Wai Hin, also known as Triple, began his grooming journey in Myanmar before continuing his career in Bahrain, where he worked as a groomer at a veterinary clinic. He now brings his experience to the team at Neko Neko, where he is known for his calm and gentle handling, helping cats feel safe and comfortable during their sessions.
Triple is especially recognised for his precise scissoring skills and careful attention to detail, delivering beautifully finished grooms while always prioritising the cat’s wellbeing.
Aini
Aini, parent to 5 cats of her own, has spent most of her years in customer-facing roles, from serving as a stewardess to a financial advisor. Her passion for cats grew stronger when she came across @askacatgroomer’s informative TikTok videos.
Deciding to pursue her passion for these adorable felines, Aini left the customer service industry to work with cats and help them look their best!
Certifications & Awards
- 2023 FCI/SKC Class C Certified
- Technical, Asia Cat Expo Cat Grooming Competition (2nd Place)
Corrine
Grooming Artisan
As a pet groomer with a special focus on cats, she places great importance on every cat’s comfort, safety, and emotional well-being throughout the grooming process.
Each grooming session is tailored to the individual cat’s personality and tolerance level, with the goal of keeping stress to a minimum while ensuring proper care and hygiene. Above all, she hopes every cat leaves feeling clean, comfortable, and well cared for. 🐾
Anthea
Previously a paediatric nurse, she brings patience and a gentle touch to cat grooming. Her journey began in 2023 after her first cat’s grooming session sparked a deep interest in feline behaviour and handling. After completing a professional grooming course in 2024 and participating in competitions, she is now a full-time groomer and proud cat mom of two, dedicated to creating a calm and positive experience for every cat she meets.
Awards & Certifications
Professional Feline Grooming Course (Level C) (PetPat)
ISFC Level C Scissoring – 2024 (2nd place)
ISFC Level C Clipper – 2025
- ISFC International Certified Feline Pet Trim Groomer
Nadia
Grooming Technician
Known among her friends as the “Michelle Pfeiffer Catwoman,” she’s a proud cat mum to six feline companions. Her curiosity about feline care inspired her journey from Cat Customer Specialist to Cat Grooming Assistant, where she’s been learning the ins and outs of professional cat grooming.
Her goal is to become a skilled cat stylist, helping every cat leave the salon looking fabulous, feeling confident, and fresh after every groom.
Annie
Grooming Assistant
From assisting our groomers to keeping our feline guests comfortable, Annie is always ready to lend a helping hand. With her calm and patient approach, she takes the time to understand each cat’s comfort level and lets them settle in at their own pace.
Ana
Grooming Assistant
Graphic Designer by background, illustrator by passion, I joined the cat grooming industry 2 years ago as a cat grooming assistant because of my love for all things feline. It felt like a pretty natural plot twist to my career path to finally work with cats. These days, I get to mix creativity, hands-on work, and my lifelong obsession with cats and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Devon
Mobile Cat Groomer
The Care Behind Our Cat Groomers
Every cat has different needs, and our groomers are trained to notice and respond to them. With minimum SKC certification, standardised procedures, and continued education, we maintain high grooming standards across the team.
Certified Groomers
All groomers are SKC Certified at minimum and trained exclusively in cat grooming.
Clear Standards of Care
We rely on clear grooming protocols to handle cats gently, calmly and confidently.
Ongoing Learning
Our team stays current on feline behaviour, tools and grooming methods, adapting their approach to suit each cat’s temperament.
Career Opportunities
We are on the look out for professional, competent and passionate cat groomers to join our team. As Artisans at our cat grooming salons, you will be responsible for the grooming efforts and personal care of our feline charges, as well as providing our clients with an unparalleled experience in pet care.