Poodle German Trim

Poodle German Trim

If you want to learn the difference between a lamb trim and German trim you don’t want to miss this demonstration. Jay will teach you how to set in the lines on a German trim as well as how to determine the length of the ears and tail to go best with the particular dog. Balance and breed profile will be included as well as how to choose what dog looks best in what trim.

Master Your Scissoring Skills

Scissoring is a master art form on its own and knowing the proper tools to use and how it works will put you in command. Learn from Victor Rosado how to master your shears and how to explore the proper uses of this tool to achieve a perfect finished groom. With a wide variety of shears on the market, knowing how to choose the proper shears for each coat type is important. This seminar will give you an edge in your daily grooming.

Asian Fusion Bichon Frisé

Some owners don’t like a finished Bichon groom with a big rounded head. Sometimes owners will request a puppy clip, but some groomers may not understand what that means or how to complete that groom. If you find yourself in a similar situation with a Bichon, let Olga show you a cute Asian version of a Bichon’s head that you can offer to your clients. Olga will talk about preparation, fluffing, styling, and how to promote this style. This seminar may give you your new signature cut for your Bichon clients.

Drab to Fab Doodle

Let’s be honest, we all want to do that super cute, long fluffy doodle cut. In a perfect world that’s great, but it’s not practical. Quit doing the same old doodle haircuts and learn some easy tricks to make even short hairstyles look cute. We don’t have to hate all the doodles! Take advantage of their cuteness, and amplify it!

Deshedding: Theory and Techniques

Shedding pets are a constant problem for pet owners. As much as we love those double-coated breeds and short-coated breeds the hair is enough to make pet owners crazy. Let Jodi show you the best way to shed these breeds.

Let’s take a look at the canine skin and different situations that trigger shedding. Jodi will discuss skin and coat and explain the process of shedding. She has put together a bathing process that will keep those pet owners coming back for more. This is not only the most efficient way to shed out coats but also the healthiest way to deshed for you, the groomer, as well as the pets. This 90-minute presentation includes the theory of the shedding process and will explain the bathing, drying, and shedding processes. 

Asian Inspired Trim on a Cocker Spaniel

The Cocker Spaniel is one of many difficult breeds for clients to maintain. Jodi has owned this breed since she was 21 years old. She has first hand experience with which trims work well and which do not.

If your clients love the beautiful flowing coat but realize the high maintenance of it, this trim may be the answer. Jodi is a master at beveling Cocker feet. She was inspired by the Asian Fusion concept and decided to give it a bit of a twist on her Cocker Spaniel Justin! This trim turns heads everywhere she goes. Watch Jodi as she walks you through setting this beautiful trim!

The Yorkie Pet Trim

So many groomers struggle with the Yorkie trim. The variety of coat textures, from thin and fine to thick and wooly, can certainly be a challenge but they require different approaches. In this session, Jonathan will discuss the Yorkie coat types, what tools to use on each, and some popular styles as well as demonstrate his well-known “scissor over comb technique” using thinners to achieve a smooth layered finish and a sweet expression.

Groom-A-Doodle Do!

To some groomers, a doodle client is a dream while to others they’re a nightmare but they don’t have to be. In this session, Jonathan will go over some ways to create a cute style that will satisfy the doodle owner’s desire for fluff but is still realistically manageable for them between groomings. Jonathan will demonstrate scissor, thinner, and chunker techniques to create a neat yet natural finish as well as clipper techniques using guard combs to cut time.

Making the Most Out of Your Product

With an abundance of choices for premium pet shampoo and other products at our fingertips, Shannon will share some insight on ways to navigate through choosing the right products for your clients. Shannon will discuss selecting products according to coat type in order to maximize the efficiency of the product. Newer trends such as elixirs, serums, and alternative applications will be discussed as well. Don’t miss this interactive and informative class that has a live demo and giveaways!

Bichon Pet Trim Simplified

In this information-packed demo, Shannon will show you how to do a quick and easy pet trim while maintaining the integrity of the breed profile. This well-balanced, easy-to-maintain trim is an excellent choice for everyday salon grooming. Shannon will briefly discuss product selection and application while divulging some insight into some “breeder tricks” to help you easily maintain this cheerful, white powder puff of a dog.