The Thompson School is pleased to have Chris Bohman as our grooming instructor.  

Chris is a graduate and award winning groomer of the Pedigree Career Insitute, a graduate of Rivier College, and the current owner and operator of  Luv’n Scrub Pet Grooming, LLC.  Chris has also competed in the 2005 and 2009 Intergroom Groomer of the Year and 2009 Extreme Challenge!  In addition, Chris worked for many years with a local 4-H dog club.

The Applied Animal Science faculty feel that the students benefit greatly from Chris’ knowledge and experience.  She confidently provides the students with a strong introduction into the grooming world.  She has patience and provides the time to teach students new techniques and top quality grooming for each and every animal.

Chris understands that communication is extremely important in the grooming profession and should there be any questions regarding your pet’s “day of beauty” or if you wish to talk to her in person, please feel free to call the grooming shop and Chris will be happy to discuss your grooming related concerns.

Shop Manager

Allison Powers

Allison Powers, a Technical Specialist in the Applied Animal Science, Small Animal Care Program, specializes in the behavior of humans and companion animals.

She has over twenty years of experience in animal husbandry, dog training and companion animal medical care.

Currently she is finishing her professional degree in human behavior. Besides teaching and assisting in various applied animal science classes she is an active volunteer and board member of Elderpet. Elderpet is a service based non-profit that facilitates the human animal bond with the elderly, people with disabilities, hospice families, and patients of healthcare facilities. Founded by professor Dr. Zezula at UNH further information can be accessed at www.elderpet.org. She also serves on the New Hampshire Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals medical board and volunteers as a foster parent for animals requiring extra care before adoption.

Education:

Great Bay College
Veterinary Technical Assistant Program 1990

Granite State College
Behavioral Science 2010