Cymru Groom

We are delighted to welcome Kitty Ponnet as a judge for Cymru Groom 2026!

With over 25 years in grooming, dozens of competition wins (gold, silver, bronze, and Best in Show) in Europe and the USA, and as a certified EGA judge, Kitty combines technical excellence with creative vision. As co-founder of K2 Grooming Academy and Grooming Consultant with Transgroom, she mentors the next generation of groomers. We can’t wait to have her bring her expertise, passion, and high standards to Cymru Groom 2026!

We are truly honoured to welcome Kitty Dekeersgieter as a judge for Cymru Groom 2026!

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A World Champion Poodle Groomer with a wealth of expertise, Kitty has dedicated her life to the grooming profession. She is the founder of Groomania—Europe’s largest educational grooming event—and has been a driving force in advancing the industry worldwide.

As a certified EGA judge and international speaker, Kitty brings unmatched knowledge, innovation, and passion to every event she attends. We are thrilled to have her join us to inspire, guide, and share her exceptional eye for detail with our competitors this year.

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We’re very excited to have Barbara Prueckel as a judge for Cymru Groom 2026!

Barbara brings two decades of top-level experience in competitive grooming, with Best in Show titles from three continents. A longtime member (and former Captain) of Groom Team Canada, and a judge with the European Grooming Association since 2003, she is equally at home in teaching, coaching and inspiring with her artistry and precision.

Her passion for grooming, mentorship, and the global grooming community makes her a perfect fit—prepare to be impressed by her expertise and style!

We’re thrilled to welcome Kelly Davis as a judge for Cymru Groom 2026!
Kelly has been a dynamic force in the grooming world since 2002, as the owner of KD Grooming Studio, a qualified esthetician & dermatology specialist, and winner of BBC’s Pooch Perfect. Her Supergroom South West event shows her heart for rescue work and her commitment to community and excellence. We can’t wait for her expertise, warmth, and high standards to shine at Cymru Groom.

We are thrilled to welcome Sandra Mularska as a judge for Cymru Groom 2026!

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Sandra is internationally recognized for her mastery of Asian Style / Asian Fusion grooming. With over 15 years’ experience, she trained at Yin Li Academy in China and holds a Diploma in Master Asian Style. She operates Grooming Studio Sandra Mularska in Poland and is known for her precision, creativity, and passion.

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​Her judging, demonstrations, and seminars across Europe have inspired many. We can’t wait to have her bring her expertise, artistic eye, and warm energy to Cymru Groom 2026!

We’re excited to welcome Peter Ensell back to the judging panel at Cymru Groom 

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With decades of experience in both grooming and showing, Peter is known for his outstanding work—especially in terriers and hand-stripping. A successful competitor himself, he’s taken top honours at major competitions and brings that real-world expertise straight into the ring.

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Peter is also passionate about education and mentoring, making him a favourite among competitors. His judging style is fair, detailed, and focused on quality, technique, and overall transformation.

Expect a knowledgeable eye, honest feedback, and true industry experience.