Grand Country Music Hall News - February 4, 2025

Good afternoon!



We’ve been looking for our own “in-house” pet trainer for our Pets & Giggle show. I’m very excited to announce Jessica Wilmes is joining our entertainment team.

Jessica has been working with dogs professionally since 2016. She began her career in pet grooming, where she quickly saw how stress and fear can impact a dog’s experience. That realization sparked a deeper interest in behavior and training, leading her to attend dog training school later that same year.

From 2017 to 2019, Jessica worked as a professional pet trainer, helping dogs and their families build better communication and confidence. In 2019, she joined the Purina Farms Incredible Dog Team, where she performed in educational demonstrations that combined high-energy entertainment with practical, real-world dog knowledge.

In March of 2024, Jessica left Purina Farms to launch her own business. Since then, she has traveled to multiple states performing with her own dogs in theaters, at fairs, festivals, schools, assisted living facilities, and community events. Her programs focus on teaching safe, respectful interaction with dogs, promoting rescue, and helping families understand how to choose the right dog for their lifestyle.

Jessica also competes in frisbee and dock diving with her dogs, continuing to challenge herself and her team in canine sports. When she’s not training, traveling, or performing, she enjoys crocheting and crafting.

“I’m so excited to be at the Grand Country Music Hall and to work with a team that’s truly passionate and loves what they do. Getting to bring joy to people from all over while sharing what I love alongside my best friends is what makes this so special.”

Jessica joined our Pets & Giggles show last Saturday.

Mike

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