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Here at SAVVY, we are super pleased and exceptionally proud of Ryan Bald.

Who is Ryan Bald, I hear you all cry out! 

Well people of the page, watch this space, as Ryans going to be a name on the lips of groomers galore.

Let me share a little of Why Ryan is here with Savvy!
Starting at the tender age of 14 and training as an apprentice, then starting his formal training with the legendary Agnes Murphy at only 17. It's clear to see that Ryan was always destined for greater things!

Now, with 13 years of grooming experience under his belt. As an old-school apprentice, trainee, table renter and business owner. He went and smashed a win at the Great Scot Grooming Show 2024.  Not just any win guys, but PURE BREED EXPERIENCED HAND SCISSORING CLASS, and this was his first-ever comp!

After speaking with Ryan yesterday I learned a lot, but have to mention that he is also a dedicated carer, to a family member, plus a loving partner to Lorna. Ryan is a busy guy, but he still took a moment to answer a few questions!

Here are his answers:

What breed did you use for the comp?
Bedlington Terrier and Rennie is the name of the dog in my winning pic!

How long have you been grooming?
I’ve been grooming for 13 years now.

Favourite dog to breed?
Bedlington, after practising on a breed I had hardly knew in prep for the comp. Now loving the technicality of the Bedlington groom, and the breed is absolutely charming.

What are your next steps?
I have been asked to join Groom Team Scotland and am excited to see where this takes my career!

What is your top tip?
I place equal importance in prep as I do on the finished groom, (great toptip).


We are super pleased for Ryan, and we couldn’t have wished for a nicer winner of our FREE SAVVY ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION for the GSG Show.  It's always lovely to see Colin here at Savvy too... With Colin-Taylor-Products!