Million Dollar Dog, Inc. is owned and operated by Tara Pellegrino.  Tara went to a four year business school, Bryant University in Smithfield, RI, where she double-majored in Marketing and International Studies.  Upon graduation, Tara spent six years in the corporate sector in sales and recruiting management but her true passion was and always has been with dogs. 

Tara became an apprentice for a Certified Master Dog Groomer where she learned the art of being a successful stylist.  During her apprenticeship, she learned everything needed to groom all breeds of dogs.  Further studying was required regarding dog illnesses, diseases and anatomy so Tara decided to work for an exclusive veterinarian practice in the Ballantyne area of Charlotte.  She worked there three years as the small breed groomer to be able to responsibly answer all dog-related questions an owner may ask.  

Million Dollar Dog, Inc. opened its doors in September 2005!  With the background of the owner, the spa is run in a highly professional, organized manner and both clients and dogs benefit from these strong skills. 

When Tara is not working diligently in the spa, she enjoys spending time with her family: her husband, Bob, her two children, Mia and Mason, and her own dogs, Rocky, Maybelline and Janet.  She also enjoys exercising, camping, hiking, home-improvement projects and volunteering for many different causes.