RONCEVERTE W.Va. (WVDN) – When it comes to grooming our four-legged friends, choosing the right person involves careful consideration. To be a successful dog groomer, one must have both love and respect for their canine customers. In August, Shyla Smoots opened Leo & Friendz Pet Care as a way of turning her love for animals into a successful business. “I’ve been working with dogs and animals for 11 years now,” Smoots says. “I decided that I needed to venture into owning my own business, but my love of animals is what really motivated me.”

As a new resident of Greenbrier County, Smoots relocated all the way from Washington State and plans to make a home and build her business in this charming community. “So far, the response has been pretty overwhelming for me,” she said. “This has always

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