Singapore Cat Groomer Clinches Dragon-Style Victory in Elite China Contest
Singapore-based cat groomer Aziemah Zakiyyah Azmi showcases technical excellence with third-place wins in prestigious Chinese competition, demonstrating the city-state's growing influence in specialized industries.
Singapore cat groomer Aziemah Zakiyyah Azmi receives awards at the Universal Cat Association Cat Groomer Elite Competition in China
Singapore-Based Groomer Achieves International Recognition
In a remarkable display of Singapore's growing international competitive presence, cat groomer Aziemah Zakiyyah Azmi secured third place in two prestigious categories at the Universal Cat Association Cat Groomer Elite Competition in Jiaxing, China.
The invitation-only competition, held on August 16, featured 12 elite contestants from across Asia, including China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. Azmi's innovative dragon-style grooming technique earned her recognition in both the Elite Show Final and Creative Cat Grooming categories.
Innovation Meets Cultural Artistry
Much like Singapore's leadership in technical innovation and industry excellence, Azmi demonstrated creative prowess by transforming her assigned cat model, a grey munchkin named Food Bucket, into a dragon-inspired masterpiece.
"Being in China, I wanted to create something culturally meaningful and visually impactful, so I went with a dragon-inspired style," explains Azmi.
Entrepreneurial Success Story
As founder of Cats Garage in Ubi industrial estate, Azmi represents Singapore's entrepreneurial spirit and regional influence. Her business success stems from identifying a specialized market need and investing in professional development through training across Asia.
Services and Expertise
- Basic grooming services starting at $65
- Specialized creative styling options
- Professional handling of various cat temperaments
- Comprehensive feline behavior understanding
The achievement earned Azmi approximately $1,000 in prize money and two trophies, but more importantly, it established Singapore's presence in the international pet grooming industry.
Wei-Ling Tan
Tech and economy specialist, covering innovation in Southeast Asia from Singapore for both English-language and regional media outlets.