MONDAY JUNE 8, 2026
Room A (A1-A2). Salon Styling
8 AM - 9 AM
The Perfect Pair: Scissoring Techniques
Instructor: Mackensie Murphy
Master the art of understanding your shears. Mackensie breaks down shear types, edges, and designs — helping you choose the perfect pair to complement your personal style and elevate your grooming.
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
You CAN Do That with a Clipper Vacuum System
Instructor: Chris Anthony
In this Class, Chris will take an underused piece of equipment and show why it’s one of her “every dog, every day and sometimes cats!” favorite tools!
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Flawless Finish: The Art of Thinning Shears, Part 1
Instructor: Jodi Murphy
With so many different thinning shears on the market, it makes it so difficult to decide what shears will work for you. Jodi has been one of the top groomers worldwide and has experienced the difficulty in purchasing thinning shears. Jodi will explain the theory behind thinners, the different teeth configurations and will discuss what shears work best of different coat types. Thinning shears will give all your grooms that WOW factor when used properly! Jodi will show you how!
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
1 PM - 2 PM
Flawless Finish: The Art of Thinning Shears, Part 2
Instructor: Jodi Murphy
With so many different thinning shears on the market, it makes it so difficult to decide what shears will work for you. Jodi has been one of the top groomers worldwide and has experienced the difficulty in purchasing thinning shears. Jodi will explain the theory behind thinners, the different teeth configurations and will discuss what shears work best of different coat types. Thinning shears will give all your grooms that WOW factor when used properly! Jodi will show you how!
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Room B (B1-B2). Skin & Coat
8 AM - 9 AM
Deshedding: Theory & Techniques
Instructor: Jodi Murphy
Shedding pets are a constant problem for pet owners. Let Jodi show you the best way to shed these breeds. Jodi will discuss skin and coat and explain the process of shedding and what are the triggers. 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 power point presentation includes the theory of the shedding process and will explain the bathing, drying, and shedding processes.
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Healing the Follicle: Understanding the Canine Hair Follicle, Part 1: Structure, Lifecycle, and Common Issues
Instructor: Michelle Knowles
This one-hour class introduces students to the anatomy and physiology of the canine hair follicle, explores its lifecycle, and reviews common issues that affect follicle health. Designed for veterinary medicine, animal science, or grooming students, the session balances foundational science with practical applications relevant to canine care.
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Healing the Follicle: Understanding the Canine Hair Follicle, Part 2: Gentle Handling and Compassionate Care for Canine Therapeutic Patients
Instructor: Michelle Knowles
This one-hour interactive class is designed for veterinary professionals, groomers, and animal caregivers who wish to elevate their approach to handling canine therapeutic patients. The session centers on the art and science of gentle, compassionate handling—essential for keeping dogs calm, building trust, and promoting optimal healing outcomes.
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
1 PM - 2 PM
Healing the Follicle: Understanding the Canine Hair Follicle, Part 3: Treatment Planning Essentials
Instructor: Michelle Knowles
This one-hour class is designed to equip canine therapists and veterinary students with practical knowledge and skills for developing effective therapeutic care plans for dogs. Participants will learn how to create tailored regimens, select suitable products, incorporate clay treatments, recognize situations where declining a client is appropriate, and consider important factors when formulating treatment plans. The session includes interactive discussions to encourage engagement and real-world application.
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Room C (C1-C2). Fundamentals for New Groomers
8 AM - 10:15 AM
How to Groom a Dog from Start to Finish, Part 6: The Furnishings
Instructor: J. Scott Wilburn-Woods, Rachel Trumbley
To excel as a Pet Stylist in today’s world, it is essential to possess a strong foundation in preparation work, bathing and drying techniques, as well as a comprehensive understanding of breed profiles and standards. Additionally, having an artistic flair will be highly beneficial. This course is designed to enhance participants’ understanding of grooming from its fundamentals. Attendees will gain deeper insights into the characteristics of animal hair, its structure, and the systematic approach required to achieve a well-groomed pet.
Join Rachel and Scott in this 2-day hands-on adventure. Transitioning from a bather/brusher position into a groomer position can be pretty scary if you think about it. Fear not my friends, we are here to walk you through this process step by step.
Skill Level: Beginner
11:45 AM - 2 PM
How to Groom a Dog from Start to Finish, Part 7: Enhancing Communication Skills; Final Q & A
Instructor: J. Scott Wilburn-Woods, Rachel Trumbley
To excel as a Pet Stylist in today’s world, it is essential to possess a strong foundation in preparation work, bathing and drying techniques, as well as a comprehensive understanding of breed profiles and standards. Additionally, having an artistic flair will be highly beneficial. This course is designed to enhance participants’ understanding of grooming from its fundamentals. Attendees will gain deeper insights into the characteristics of animal hair, its structure, and the systematic approach required to achieve a well-groomed pet.
Join Rachel and Scott in this 2-day hands-on adventure. Transitioning from a bather/brusher position into a groomer position can be pretty scary if you think about it. Fear not my friends, we are here to walk you through this process step by step.
Skill Level: Beginner
Room D (D1-D2). Animal Behavior & Handling
8 AM - 9 AM
Dogs are more than Hair: Raising the Standard of Canine Handling in Grooming
Instructor: Ashley Hanvey
In this class, we challenge the traditional approach to dog grooming, which focuses solely on completing the grooming process, regardless of the dog’s level of cooperation. Do our motivations not to update our handling style stem from client demands, time constraints, or our inherent human exceptionalism?
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Don’t Grab the Beard! Modern Handling Education for Today’s Dogs
Instructor: Ashley Hanvey
The default way we are taught to hold faces is by the beard. Some dogs
don’t mind, but many tug, pull, jerk, bite, and scream. There must be a
better way! Hang out with me as I show you alternative ways to hold faces while grooming and bathing the dogs in your care. The dogs will be
happier, and so will you!
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Designing No‑Trigger Grooming Experiences, Part 1
Instructor: Sasha Riess
Design services and spaces that respect all six canine senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste, proprioception). Learn layout, product, schedule and behavioral changes to eliminate salon “trigger zones” and reduce sensory overload.
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
1 PM - 2 PM
Designing No‑Trigger Grooming Experiences, Part 2
Instructor: Sasha Riess
Design services and spaces that respect all six canine senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste, proprioception). Learn layout, product, schedule and behavioral changes to eliminate salon “trigger zones” and reduce sensory overload.
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Room 1. Feline Education
8 AM - 9 AM
All About Cats, Part 1: How to Bathe a Cat
Instructor: Anjie Coates
An intensive, multi-session educational summit specifically designed for pet grooming professionals who want to master the art and science of feline grooming. Led by Certified Master Cat Groomer Anjie Coates, this series provides critical, expert-level knowledge to ensure every cat groom is safe, stress-free, and successful. This series is your complete guide to elevating your skills, increasing your confidence, and maximizing profitability in the specialized and growing field of feline grooming
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
All About Cats, Part 2: Handling of a Cat
Instructor: Anjie Coates
An intensive, multi-session educational summit specifically designed for pet grooming professionals who want to master the art and science of feline grooming. Led by Certified Master Cat Groomer Anjie Coates, this series provides critical, expert-level knowledge to ensure every cat groom is safe, stress-free, and successful. This series is your complete guide to elevating your skills, increasing your confidence, and maximizing profitability in the specialized and growing field of feline grooming
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
All About Cats, Part 3: Pricing, Marketing, & Forms
Instructor: Anjie Coates
An intensive, multi-session educational summit specifically designed for pet grooming professionals who want to master the art and science of feline grooming. Led by Certified Master Cat Groomer Anjie Coates, this series provides critical, expert-level knowledge to ensure every cat groom is safe, stress-free, and successful. This series is your complete guide to elevating your skills, increasing your confidence, and maximizing profitability in the specialized and growing field of feline grooming
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
1 PM - 2 PM
All About Cats, Part 4: Grooming Tips & Tricks
Instructor: Anjie Coates
An intensive, multi-session educational summit specifically designed for pet grooming professionals who want to master the art and science of feline grooming. Led by Certified Master Cat Groomer Anjie Coates, this series provides critical, expert-level knowledge to ensure every cat groom is safe, stress-free, and successful. This series is your complete guide to elevating your skills, increasing your confidence, and maximizing profitability in the specialized and growing field of feline grooming
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
Room 2. Seminarios en Espanol
8 AM - 9 AM
Estilismo Creativo, Parte 1:Como Marcar el Diseño,Cortando y Moldeando
(Creative Styling, Part 1: How to Mark the Design, Cutting and Shaping)
Instructor: Milena Kon
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Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Estilismo Creativo, Parte 2: Tinte Aplicacion para Que nose Mezclen los Colores
(Creative Styling, Part 2: Hair Dye Application to Prevent Colors from Mixing)
Instructor: Milena Kon
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Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Estilismo Creativo, Parte 3:Lavado, Secado, Esculpir, y Finalizar Diseño (Creative Styling, Part 3:Washing, Drying, Sculpting, and Finishing Design)
Instructor: Milena Kon
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Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
1 PM - 2 PM
Estilismo Creativo, Parte 4:Diseño de Carita Asiatica para Complimentar y Finalizar el Diseño Creativo
(Creative Styling, Part 4: Asian Face to Complete and Finalize the Creative Design)
Instructor: Milena Kon
Description Coming Soon
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
Room 3. Animal Photography
8 AM - 10:15 AM
Pocket Studio: Groomer Photography Simplified, Part 1: Hands-on Workshop
Instructor: Sarah Cranmer
Learn how to take stunning photos with any phone using simple lighting, composition, and studio setup tricks. In addition to easy salon studio setups, we’ll also cover mobile-friendly photography tips, quick edits with free tools, and clever AI enhancements to make your work shine. Perfect for groomers who want to capture professional-quality results without the expensive gear.
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
11:45 AM - 2 PM
Pocket Studio: Groomer Photography Simplified, Part 2: Hands-on Workshop
Instructor: Sarah Cranmer
Learn how to take stunning photos with any phone using simple lighting, composition, and studio setup tricks. In addition to easy salon studio setups, we’ll also cover mobile-friendly photography tips, quick edits with free tools, and clever AI enhancements to make your work shine. Perfect for groomers who want to capture professional-quality results without the expensive gear.
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate