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Dachau, Germany—Competing against some of the best professional groomers from around the world, Groom Team USA triumphed in the World Grooming Team Championships, which took place in Dachau, Germany in September 2009.
John Nash, Founder of Nash Academy of New Jersey, Co-Director of Nash Academy Lexington KY, and Co-Director of International Judges Association, has passed away at the age of 58 after a gallant three-year battle against bladder cancer.“Few people in grooming have influenced our industry in such a dramatic fashion,” stated Shirlee Kalstone. ”He was always an innovator, way ahead of his time.”Establishing Nash Academy in 1979, John was also a respected international grooming judge, educator and speaker.
SIMPSONVILLE, S.C.—All graduates of the National Cat Groomers Institute of America (NCGIA) training who obtain their CFMG certification will be able to participate in the organization’s “Dirty Hair Project,” which pays $113 per pound of dirty cat hair collected for use in making allergy shots for humans.The NCGIA course teaches valuable skills for handling the feistiest of cats, while turning out exceptional, show-worthy grooms that will impress clients and keep them coming back for more.
LEXINGTON, Ky.—Until now, the Nash System has been utilized solely by the Nash Academy. And while Nash will continue to hold all rights to its educational material, copyrights and trademarks, it is now planning to offer its system to new and existing schools that seek to prepare the best pet care professionals.“Our online courses are unique to the industry because they are instructor driven,” says Vivian Nash.
GRANGER, Ind.—Wag’n Tails Mobile Conversions, Inc.
By signing up for a free subscription to Grooming Business magazine at major industry trade shows, groomers are entered to win an iPod. Grooming Business would like to congratulate Melissa Trahan of Pet Grooming By Melissa, located in Michigan, and Judith Swanson of Spoil ‘Em Rotten, located in Pennsylvania, for winning iPods. Trahan won the drawing at the All American Grooming Show in August 2009, and Swanson won at GroomExpo in September 2009.
PHOENIX, Ariz.—On October 11, 2009, Ryan’s Pet Supplies hosted its first open house at the company’s main warehouse in Phoenix, Ariz. Among the attendees were groomers, trainers, retailers and pet professionals from Arizona and Southern California, as well as from many other parts of the country. Many of Ryan’s prominent vendors also participated, such as Midwest Homes for Pets, Metro Dryers and Andis. At the event, participants enjoyed the opportunity to view all of the products first hand and to talk directly with product manufacturers.
Grooming Business Magazine recently attended the Westminster Show Dogs dinner, where we got a chance to meet Beth Collins, this year’s winner of Annual Show Dog Groomer of the Year Cardinal Crystal Grooming Achievement Award. Grooming Business: Can you tell us a little about your grooming background/your history in the industry?Beth Collins: I started my career in pet grooming in the early 80's, the same way that most people do.
A recent study done by Insurance.com has named the most dangerous drivers according to their profession, and dog groomers have come in at number six! The study’s findings were based on the number of accident claims people declared when receiving a quote from Insurance.com. This study begs the question: Why are so many dog groomers getting into accidents?One reason might be the tight schedules that mobile groomers try to keep.
Welcome to the new GroomingBusiness.com, a comprehensive online business resource for grooming salon owners/operators and pet stylists. Admittedly, the first incarnation of our website, which was introduced in early 2007 (to coincide with the launch of Grooming Business magazine), was a bit rough around the edges--it was little more than a text-based site that simply housed each issue's editorial content.
Events Calendar
Mar 18 2010-Mar 21 2010
IACP Educational Conference
Triple Crown Academy
Hutto, Texas
(407) 469-2008
Mar 18 2010-Mar 21 2010
IACP Educational Conference
Triple Crown Event Center
Hutto, Texas
877-843-4227
Mar 19 2010-Mar 21 2010
The Pet Expo at Reading
The Greater Reading Expo Center
Reading, Pa.
(800) 677-4677
Mar 19 2010-Mar 21 2010
Super Pet Expo
Dulles Expo Center
Chantilly, Va.
(301) 564-4050
Mar 19 2010-Mar 21 2010
Pacific Northwest Grooming Show
Hotel Murano
Tacoma, Wash.
(717) 691-3388
Mar 19 2010-Mar 21 2010
Chicagoland Family Pet Expo
Arlington Park Racecourse
Arlington Heights, Ill.
(630) 469-4611, Ext. 10
Mar 25 2010-Mar 27 2010
Global Pet Expo
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, Fla.
(800) 452-1225
Apr 9 2010-Apr 11 2010
Everything Pets Expo
Duke Energy Convention Center
Cincinnati, Ohio
(513) 421-7387
Apr 16 2010-Apr 18 2010
America's Family Pet Expo
OC Fair & Event Center
Costa Mesa, Calif.
(800) 999-7295
Apr 16 2010-Apr 18 2010
Intergroom 2010
The Meadowlands Exposition Center
Secaucus, N.J.
(781) 326-3376
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EXCEL 5-SPEED Blade Clipper
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www.andis.com
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Organic Shampoo Bars
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DERMagic Certified Organic Shampoo Bars are scented with natural essential oils like Lemon/ Eucalyptus, Rosemary/Lavender or Peppermint/Tea Tree Oil. A shampoo bar is a convenient way to wash a dog. The bars lather beautifully with no sulfates,...
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KoKos Pet Spa Products
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www.kokospetspa.com
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All-Natural Spritzes
Earthbath
www.earthbath.com
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Odin Cologne
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www.quadrupedpetcare.com
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Everyday Isle of Dogs
Isle of Dogs
www.iodogs.com
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Protein Lanolin Shampoo & Ear Care
Bio-Groom
www.biogroom.com
Bio-Groom’s Protein Lanolin Shampoo was created specifically with a naturally thin fluidity and a high, five-to-one, level of concentration. Leaving out fillers, gums, and thickeners, Protein Lanolin Shampoo is made only of the purest ingredients...
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Ryan's Pet Supplies
www.ryanspet.com
The Paw Brothers Professional Stainless Steel Tub is made of premium grade 304 Stainless Steel. The tub includes a stainless steel hair strainer, an anti-skid tub rack and a stainless steel shampoo rack. The backsplashes are reversible for right...








