Saturday Programs

In this demonstration, Taylan Bradley will show you how to achieve a beautiful butterfly style ear on an Asian fusion head. They will teach you how to blend big, beautiful ears into a cute little donut muzzle while giving the illusion that the dog has big, flowing ears. You will also look at scissor techniques, what and when to use products, executing it in your salon vs. competition grooming, and much more.

Great groomers aren't automatically great trainers—teaching is its own skill. Drawing from experience training dozens of groomers and mentoring multiple coaches, this class gives you a proven framework you can put to work immediately. You'll learn how to break complex techniques into teachable steps, use video as a built-in training tool, and give trainees a clear 30/60/90-day roadmap. Just as importantly, you'll learn to read the people in front of you—the cautious watcher, the eager diver, the questioner who needs the "why," and the anxious learner who shuts down under pressure. You'll leave with concrete strategies for each, so no trainee gets left behind.

Join the “Tattoo Tax Guys” for an engaging and practical seminar designed exclusively for pet grooming professionals. This session will provide groomers and shop owners with actionable, easy-to-understand financial advice tailored to the realities of the grooming industry. You’ll learn how to properly classify workers, structure your business for success, identify both common and overlooked deductions, and how to keep accurate records to stay audit-ready. Whether you’re an independent groomer or managing a growing salon, this seminar will give you the clarity and confidence to focus on your craft while keeping your business financially strong.

Join Milena to learn how to create a design on a short-haired dog. In this interactive class, Milena will teach and demonstrate, step by step, how to come up with a design, transfer it to the dog, and finish with pet-safe dyes. Learn the difference between the dyes and tools available that can make your life easier, and make your salon the talk of the town. Bring in your creative clientele by offering this quick and easy service, and see your overall revenue increase. Who says you need a fluffy dog for creative grooming!?! It won’t be you!

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.

In this rendition of grooming the doodle, Madeline will go over tips and tricks to grooming the everyday doodle as well as communicating with their owners. So the next time you hear, "don’t poodle my doodle," you'll know exactly what to say and how to handle the situation. Madeline grooms 15-25 doodles a week and is known for them in her area. She will go over different coat types and ways to style the doodle depending on said coat type. It's time to embrace the breed that's taken over the salon!

Join Stefanie and Charles to learn how to turn your everyday, ordinary pet trim into a work of MAGIC! They will be breaking down tools, clipper work, shear techniques, and so much more. So if you’re ready to add some flare to that everyday trim, make sure to catch this session!

Join Jay as he first goes over in detail how to achieve the perfect teddy bear head on any breed. He will give you step-by-step instructions on accentuating a pup’s personality by creating soft, cuddly expressions in the face. Then, he will demonstrate a round, stuffed-animal head on a model dog so you can get up close and see the details. We all know the most important detail of a haircut for a client is the face, and Jay will show you his way of making sure every client leaves happy!

This session will be a demonstration of technical skills using shears. Jonathan will demonstrate his well-known thinning shear "Scissor Over Comb Technique". He will also demonstrate straight and curved shears for scissoring curly coats and how to add contouring to your grooming for added style and flair.

Most of us have taken a bather course, and they are a great foundation for sure. However, in this class, Blake will take a deep dive into the techniques and physical goings on to create a squeaky clean and pristine prep just begging for the perfect finish. Sure you can ask about products and even hear recommendations, but this class is more about the motion of the ocean and less about the brand of sail!

Patricia A. Pierce, M.Ed., shares how to become a more impactful communicator while realizing how emotions can control our thoughts and words. Improving social and emotional skills can improve the quality of our lives, relationships, and careers. In addition, this course will provide you with information on body language, tone of voice, and word choice.

Join Michelle to learn the importance of proper body mechanics through good ergonomic practices, proper use of tools, and a basic scientific understanding of how your joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments work. She will dig deep into the top five workman’s comp claims in the grooming industry and thoroughly examine the injury, review its causes, and outline effective mitigation strategies. Michelle will also present a variety of stretching and strengthening exercises that you can start immediately to improve posture, strength, and flexibility. If you’ve been in pain, tired, or burned out from hurting all the time, this class is for you!

This seminar takes you on a journey to develop the ability to understand and use your shears in your styling techniques in a precise way. Join Best In Show winner and AKC Judge Victor Rosado as he guides you through some exercises to understand and learn how to put the joy back in your scissoring.

Not all grooming tools are created equal—and knowing the difference can transform your grooms. In this seminar, Myke will break down the tools we use every day in the salon and explain why selecting the right one makes all the difference in safety, efficiency, and results. On top of that, you'll gain valuable tips on maintaining your equipment so it performs at peak efficiency and lasts longer. Whether you're just starting out or refining your toolkit, this class will give you the knowledge and confidence to choose the right tools and care for them like a pro.

If you’ve ever ate dinner over the sink or while grooming a dog, put everyone’s needs before your own, or can’t remember the last time you “groomed” yourself, then this class is for you. You will learn that taking better care of yourself is not only allowed, but easier than you thought, and is actually the first step in taking better care of others. Meditation, better diet, exercise, stretching out before our day? We’ve got you—and more importantly, you’ll leave knowing that YOU’VE got this!

Join Teri as she shares her business savviness and expertise on running a profitable salon. What do I look at before setting my prices? How do I set my prices? What are my margins? Am I making a profit? Are my employees making more than me? These and a lot more questions will be answered. If you miss this seminar you will be losing money!

The pet industry is shifting; and fast. Today’s buyers are younger, more values-driven, and make decisions differently than generations before them. This session dives into how Gen Z and Millennial pet parents are shaping the future of grooming, retail, and pet services, and why ignoring these shifts could leave your business behind. From urban pet parents who value convenience and tech-driven solutions to suburban families seeking premium experiences for their doodles and larger breeds, this class will show you how to adapt your strategies without losing your identity. Attendees will leave with a fresh perspective on how to build lasting, modern businesses that meet the expectations of today’s pet owners.

What can someone expect when they are making the decision to go mobile for the first time? Take this crash course from Jameson who came from the corporate world, jumped right into the grooming world, and now operates two grooming vans. Hear what worked and what didn't, from advertising and marketing to routing and scheduling to continue education and building your career model, so you can live your dream. Join this motivational seminar to learn the ups and downs of the mobile grooming life and prepare yourself to think outside the box.

You don’t have to be perfect to stand out. This session focuses on helping new groomers shine without pretending to be more experienced than they are. Topics include building and using portfolios, taking effective grooming photos, highlighting soft skills salons value, and developing professional habits that leave a strong impression. Students will walk away with practical tips and tricks to boost confidence, show growth, and stand out as reliable, teachable, and professional new groomers.

Wide blades are a high-performance grooming tool designed specifically for dogs with thick and curly coats, like doodles. They allow for quicker, more efficient grooming sessions by covering more surface area with each pass. In this seminar, Olga will demonstrate how the sharp, precise blades effortlessly glide through fur, reducing the amount of time, while also providing a smooth and clean finish.

First impressions are everything in the art of grooming. The first thing your client should see when the dog is groomed is a great expression. In this informative seminar, Sue and Jay will take you through the grooming steps of different face styles. Sometimes a whole groom can be transformed by just changing the head style. This seminar is for those groomers who want to fine tune their techniques in order to wow their clients immediately upon seeing their dog.

In the everyday pet grooming world, we often modify breed standard grooming to a shorter length, except for the face. However, pet owners often ask to groom the head to the breed standard. No wonder—it is the head that gives the first impression and distinguishes one breed from another. In this seminar, you’ll learn how to groom two different heads of two different breeds. Guzal will demonstrate her grooming techniques on the Kerry Blue Terrier head and compare it to other brick-shaped faces like a Schnauzer or Airedale Terrier. She will also demonstrate how to create a perfect round head of a Bichon with a pair of scissors!

While we all know grooming is a very demanding career, our bodies and mental health are just as important as our grooming skills. In this seminar, Taylan Bradley will show you how to move around your table while grooming to help minimize stress on your body. They will demonstrate different body positions and posture, alongside little tips and tricks to help keep your body fit and healthy for a long, happy career.

Let’s face it, the better you get at grooming these dogs, the better your work life will be. Don’t dread seeing them on the schedule anymore! Allison will show you how to cut down on your time on these, daunting time-consuming haircuts and demonstrate a fool-proof doodle trim that every client will love, and you will too!

Join Sierra Elbert and Agnieszka (Aga) Pluta as they demystify the role of the DermaBather in pet grooming. Discover how a trained pet stylist utilizes these innovative techniques and methods to master coat prep and administer proper skin and coat treatments. Gain insights into the importance of maintaining the correct water temperature and selecting the right products to ensure optimal pet care. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, this seminar will equip you with the knowledge and techniques needed to elevate your grooming practice to new heights of excellence.

Dealing with skin issues is not typically all done by the veterinarian or all done by the groomer, but instead we should be working together to a common goal. In this seminar, you’ll learn the importance of both roles, how to combine efforts, and the best ways to build a working groomer-veterinarian relationship.

Pet Yorkies can vary in all shapes, sizes, temperaments, and hair. Join Kelsey Ann Sexton for a fun-filled breakdown of how to master the faces, feet, and styles to make an uncertain appointment transform into one of your favorites!

In this one-hour class, Joey will go over the five must-do’s in order to run a professional, profitable, and efficient salon or mobile operation. He will cover advertising, organization, professionalism, pricing, and continued business through rebooking.