Saturday Programs

Mindy will walk through the Asian Fusion cut that made her into the “Doodle Modern Styles Special Edition.” From the first brush to the last cut, you’ll learn the how to make those cute faces that everyone is going crazy over.

Do you groom cats? What sets you apart from other groomers that groom dogs and cats? In this seminar, Brenda will discuss what it means to be “The Cat’s Groomer” and what it takes to successfully groom cats. She will talk about setting up your salon to welcome the feline client and how to talk to owners and set them at ease, as well as some ways to advertise your venture.

In this one-hour seminar, Jennifer will explain the complicated genetic consequences of crossing shedding and non-shedding coats together (think Bernadoodle!), as well as how to assess the variety of combinations often presented to us in all the designer cross-breeds, and what tools and techniques will best work to manage their high tendency to mat. The seminar will also cover how to work with owners who have little information and often unrealistic expectations to manage these often unpredictable and complicated coats successfully.

While this is a commonly known fact, do we really know why and how to dilute the products we use in our business? This seminar will cover basic types of baths (dilution methods), how to choose correct the product and dilute it, dilution of shampoo vs conditioner, cost management in correlation with correct dilution, why less is more, why dilution ratio matters, as well as different way of using products and gaining the best effects with better cost efficiency, not only in products, but also water and electricity.

This seminar will provide a detailed look at shedding hair and fur, including the science behind it. Dave will teach you how to debunk common myths, avoid false product claims, and manage customer expectations. Learn how to educate customers about shedding pets and develop an effective plan to stay ahead of this ongoing dilemma through personalized coat maintenance programs.

As dog groomers, we have the unique opportunity to not only groom our furry clients but also educate their pet parents about proper grooming practices. In this interactive and informative class, we'll explore how educating clients can make our lives as groomers much easier and bridge the gap between groomers and pet owners, ensuring our canine companions receive the best care possible. We'll also dive into the ways groomers can educate clients to elevate their overall experience. With the abundance of misinformation out there, it's time for us, the professionals, to empower pet parents with accurate and valuable insights. Attendees will gain valuable insights and practical strategies to effectively educate their clients, leading to enhanced client relationships and improved grooming experiences.

In this seminar, Sue and Jay will be teaching different thinning and blending techniques to achieve a natural-looking finish on the mixed breed. This demo will focus on adding personality to an average-looking dog. They will show how to balance the head in with the rest of the body and how to set the length with clippers to cut out a lot of thinning and scissoring. This will help save time with the finishing process.

Are you mobile and have a crazy schedule? Busy one week, not so much the next? Worry if you will have enough calls to bring in the income you need next week or next month? In this seminar, Angela will teach you how to have a stable income that you can bank on. No more up and down schedule. No more worries about what your future schedule will look like. No more working all night on routing. Angela was at full capacity within a few months of going mobile and has a steady schedule that is booked out until someone moves or loses a pet. This class is a must-have if you are ready to learn how to enforce regular grooming rotations with routes that do not vary or change.

Unlock the secrets to setting effective and profitable pricing structures for dog and cat grooming services! In this seminar, you'll learn to incorporate essential costs and market factors into your pricing, ensuring your services are both competitive and profitable. Discover the power of pricing by unit rather than emotion and understand how underpricing impacts your bottom line. This class emphasizes a fact-based approach, equipping you with the tools to confidently set prices that reflect the true value of your expertise and enhance your business's success. Join Samantha to transform your pricing strategy and maximize your potential!

This is a practical, straight-forward seminar for professional dog groomers who want more confidence and control when grooming doodles. This course covers proper prep that makes or breaks a groom, understanding the mindset and expectations of doodle owners, and choosing haircuts that truly fit the dog's body type and lifestyle. You'll learn how to work intentionally with mixed coat types, reduce and prevent matting using professional techniques, keep dogs calm during longer appointments, and protect your own energy and patience in the process. The focus is on realistic results, clear communication, and sustainable grooming practices that help you groom doodles efficiently—without stress, burnout, or frustration.

Ever notice a pattern among trainee groomers where they put all their focus into the finish work on outer legs, torso, and heads, while the finished effect was still scruffy and unkempt because they have completely ignored the undersides of the dog? Sadly, the undersides of a groom are not the most sexy or exciting, and rarely do they get much attention, but they are actually incredibly important to a well-groomed, well-finished and balanced dog. Join Jennifer for this visually-documented deep dive into armpits, groins, sanitary trims, paw pads, under-ears, and all the other places in a groom not easily seen but very important—especially to the dog!

In this new world we live in of social media mayhem and brands constantly looking for content creation, the term Brand Ambassador isn’t reserved for those with a large following. Brand ambassadorships can be fun and sounds exciting, but not all of them are created equal. Kayla will walk you through what makes a good partnership, the red flags to avoid, and how to negotiate terms that actually benefit you. You'll leave with clarity and confidence to step into possibly working and creating partnerships with brands.