Wire Coats (Handstripping)

Saturday, March 14, 2026 • 8:00 am–12:00 pm • Hall B Grooming Stage

8:00 am: Ring Opens / Check-in
8:15 am: Pre-Judging Begins
8:30 am: Ring Closes
8:45 am: Contest Starts
11:00 am: Contest Ends / Final Judging
11:45 am: Awards

Special Note: Electricity will NOT be provided in the contest ring. You must supply your own cordless clippers where applicable.

Acceptable coat growth for all GroomTeam USA, Inc® sanctioned classes:
It is the responsibility of the show promoter and/or their designated judges to determine adequate coat growth.

Acceptable Styling for all GroomTeam USA, Inc® sanctioned classes:
• All styling must take place during the time frame of the competition, except where noted below
• All dogs must be groomed according to breed standard with any exceptions noted below
• All dogs may have sanitary areas and pads shaved prior to class start
• All dogs may have nails trimmed and ears cleaned prior to class start
• Finishing sprays, are permissible in order to tidy up after competition time frame ends however, re-shaping with water or product application is prohibited
• Chalk products are permissible prior to and during the competition time frame but are prohibited after time is called
• Wire Coats must be hand stripped. Clippers are only permissible as presented in the conformation show ring

Acceptable Breeds: Pure breeds with wire coat types that are hand stripped. (See specific breed list below)
Styling:  Must be groomed to breed profile as presented in the conformation show ring.
Time Frames: See specific breed List below