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It’s Quick Tip Tuesday!

Join Paragon VP Lorri Keller for quick tips on line brushing double-coated dogs. Check it out:


SNEAK PEAK: Color YOUR World With Creative Grooming in 2022!

Angela Kumpe is a leading influencer and educator in the world of creative pet styling. In this upcoming double feature lesson, she shows you how to do a full creative styling design. Enjoy the montage of educational tid-bits Angela shares in this FREE preview. This collection is cultivated from the entire lesson of Creative African Animal Design.

How to Watch:

We have broken it into two separate lessons so you can follow along easily. Each Full Feature lesson has broken into three sections for a total of six parts. In January, you will want to begin watching A Full Creative African Animal Design – Getting Started and Creating a Giraffe Design. Then follow up in February with the second lesson, A Full Creative African Animal Design – Creating an African Crane and Finishing Details.

To get your front row seat to the entire video series, make sure you are a member of Learn2GroomDogs.com!

 


New Spotlight Sessions: Efficient Drying Process, Matted Ears and Doodle Legs

 

Efficient Drying Process

In this Spotlight Session, Colin Taylor and Melissa Verplank discuss one of the top five struggles of pet stylsits, efficient drying process . Run Time: 4:17

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: Top 5 Struggles of Professional Pet Stylists

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Styling Options for Matted Ears

In this Spotlight Session, Amy Triezenberg demonstrates different styling options with ears that are heavily matted. Run Time: 5:13

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: How to give an Attractive Haircut on a Matted Pet

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Grooming the Front Leg of a Doodle & DIfference between 'coat' and 'hair'

In this Spotlight Session, Pina Pinkusevich demonstrates grooming the front leg and discusses the different between coat and hair.  Run Time: 5:35

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: Techniques to Make Thick Coated Doodle Grooming Easier & Satisfying

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JZ10 Coaching Session: More Tips For More Tips

Joe Zuccarello’s latest video is live for L2GD Members!

Expanding on the previous JZ10 video, Joe Zuccarello shares “More Tips for More Tips.”

In this episode, Joe discusses additional ways to increase the number of gratuities visit over visit. Like the last episode, these are great ways to create a more professional atmosphere in your salon too!

Listen in to learn more!

Joe is also the host of the “Hey Joe!” podcast where he interviews a wide range of pet industry subject-matter experts.

Each month, members get a BRAND NEW JZ10 on a broad range of topics, from keeping your staff happy to nailing your finances. Stay tuned for more!
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New Release: Low Maintenance Shih Tzu Trim

In this lesson, Judy Hudson shows you several approaches to a basic haircut with style, speed, and safety. Judy demonstrates her techniques on a Shih Tzu, but they apply to MANY purebred or mixed breed dogs. She also provides some handling tips for working with uncooperative dogs!

In this video you will learn:

  • What’s the importance of a track pattern
  • What to do if a dog struggles to have its head groomed
  • How to increase your speed
  • Simple techniques to trim the tail perfectly every time
  • What’s the best restraint for a dog who struggles during the grooming

Start Learning with Judy

If you’re a member, be sure to Log In and check out the video HERE so you can add it to your favorites and get the full details! If you’re not a member, click below to watch a free preview of the video.

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JZ10 Coaching Session: Tips For Tips

Joe Zuccarello’s latest video is live for L2GD Members!

In this month’s JZ10 coaching session, Joe Zuccarello talks about tips, or as he would put it, “mini bonuses funded by your customers.”

Getting tips from happy customers feels great, especially during the holidays. However, did you know that there are ways to increase both the amount and frequency of your tips?

Tune in to learn some tips for making more tips from Joe Zuccarello!

Joe is also the host of the “Hey Joe!” podcast where he interviews a wide range of pet industry subject-matter experts.

Each month, members get a BRAND NEW JZ10 on a broad range of topics, from keeping your staff happy to nailing your finances. Stay tuned for more!
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New Spotlight Sessions: Final Comb on Cat, American Cocker Head and Leg Angulation on Doodle

 

Final Comb Out On A Long Haired Cat

In this Spotlight Session, Danelle German demonstrates the final comb out on a long haired cat. Run Time: 4:58

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: Handling the Difficult Cat

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Create Dome Head-Piece American Cocker

In this Spotlight Session, Irina Pinkusevich demonstrates how to finish an American Cocker Head. Run Time: 8:03

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: Extreme Makeover on an American Cocker

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Using a Guard Comb to Set Anglulation on the Legs of a Large Doodle

In this Spotlight Session, Misty Fowler uses a guard comb to set the angulation on the legs of a large Doodle. Run Time: 3:05

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: Easy Trim to Maintain on a Doodle

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New Release: How to Set the Pattern on a Pet Miniature Schnauzer

In this lesson, Jennifer Hecker walks you through grooming steps, blade choices, and pattern setting to groom this fluffy Miniature Schnauzer. She’ll show you shortcuts to make everything faster and easier, plus show you how to adjust the trim for a client who goes many weeks between groomings.

In this video you will learn:

  • Where to set the pattern lines
  • How to edge ears safely
  • Shortcuts to make transitions invisible
  • Why mirrors are helpful when grooming
  • How to soften the look of a Miniature Schnauzer

Start Learning with Jennifer

If you’re a member, be sure to Log In and check out the video HERE so you can add it to your favorites and get the full details! If you’re not a member, click below to watch a free preview of the video.

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New Spotlight Sessions: Handling Special Needs Dogs, Continuing Education and Hand Stripping Tools

 

Handling Techniques - Special Needs Dog

In this Spotlight Session, Michell Evans demonstrates handling techniquesd with a special needs dog for safety and cooperation.  Run Time: 7:28

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: Basic Handling Techniques

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Back Porch Inspirations - Continued Education

In this Spotlight Session, Judy Hudson discusses the importance of Continued Education. Run Time: 2:33

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: Conversations from Judy’s Back Porch

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What Tools Do You Need for Handstripping

In this Spotlight Session, Joshua Morales, talks about what tools are needed to hand-strip a Lakeland Terrier. Run Time: 5:13

This Spotlight Sessions if from the full video: Grooming the Lakeland Terrier

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JZ10 Coaching Session: Getting Ready to Get Ready (Holidays 2021)

Joe Zuccarello’s latest video is live for L2GD Members!

In this month’s JZ10 coaching session, Joe Zuccarello talks all about getting ready to get ready for the holidays.

Are you ready for this holiday season? Is your schedule ready? Are your employees ready? Do you have all of your supplies?

Tune in to find out!

Joe is also the host of the “Hey Joe!” podcast where he interviews a wide range of pet industry subject-matter experts.

Each month, members get a BRAND NEW JZ10 on a broad range of topics, from keeping your staff happy to nailing your finances. Stay tuned for more!
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