Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on Tuesday for new business Muddy Paws Parlor.

The new business is located at 2106 North Outer Road, Suite A and offers bathing and grooming for both dogs and cats.

The business is owned by Melissa Housman who has more than 9 years of grooming experience.

Hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and the first Saturday of each month from 9:00 a.m. - noon by appointment only.  Contact her at (573) 421-9415.

You may also follow her on Facebook by clicking HERE.

Muddy Paws Parlor will have their GRAND OPENING on Saturday August 15th from 10:00 -12:00. Come look around and enjoy a free hot dog with a soda. There will also be a drawing for a $30.00 gift certificate.  Don't forget to bring your little pooch out for a visit too!

Shown in the photo are from left to right: Chamber Executive Director Janet Coleman, owner's son and assistant Zach Stucker holding well-groomed and pampered Pryce the pup, Mayor Joe Weber, owner Melissa Housman, Chamber First Vice President Debbie Stidham, City Manager Mark Stidham, and Alderman Jerry Corder.