Informative Facebook Live event on Scissoring Legs Fast & Efficiently with Master Groomer and founder of Melanie Newman Salon Essentials, Melanie Newman!

Location: Facebook Live: PetEdge
Tuesday, January 28th at 4:00PM EST
30-45 minute session: gain invaluable insights, Q&A, exclusive discount, & a Giveaway!

James Holberry, The Northern Dog Barber from the UK, presents the Shih Tzu webinar! This demo will be a salon style trim which can be transferred to your everyday salon dogs!

Short body, short legs and that cute little Asian inspired face to complete the groom!

Live webinar on Sunday 26th January @ 11:00am (GMT); the price is £20 (GBP) per person with unlimited replay!
(9pm Monday 27th Jan AEST)

Bring your furry friend to the pop-up dog cafe for a tail-wagging good time

Enjoy pupcups, pupcakes, doggy donuts and more. Plus a huge range of dog food, treats, toys and accessories! The dog wash station is open as well.

Saturday 18th & 25th January 2025

8:30am - 4:00pm

Todd's Tasty Treats (354 Urana Rd, Lavington)

Friendly dogs on leash and welcome.

Join Angela Anderson NCMG/ICMG for an educational and fun evening of dog grooming.

The evening will include a live grooming demonstration of the cute "brown bear" style on a Bichon
The live demo will include setting patterns, dog handling, using the correct tools for the right coat type, and how to get the best finish, in the best time.

As well as a bonus talk on customer relations and employee/employer/work peers communications and expectations.

Covering working as a team, getting your customers on board with your vision and knowing how to handle things with customers if they don't go quite right.

Angela’s favourite saying is "how to tell people to go to hell in a way that makes them look forward to the trip"

Join this practical hands on workshop to improve your grooming skills using model dog mannequins. You'll learn how to master round heads, perfect your scissor techniques, and create different ear sets while maintaining balance by identify different head shapes.

Enhance your dog grooming skills through this specialised 3-hour hands-on grooming workshop.
This workshop session is uniquely designed for groomers catering to their individual needs, helping improve grooming skills for any dog breed.

Bring your furry friend to the pop-up dog cafe for a tail-wagging good time

Enjoy pupcups, pupcakes, doggy donuts and more. Plus a huge range of dog food, treats, toys and accessories! The dog wash station is open as well.

Saturday 18th & 25th January 2025

8:30am - 4:00pm

Todd's Tasty Treats (354 Urana Rd, Lavington)

Friendly dogs on leash and welcome.

This 4 hour workshop is designed for existing groomers who are wanting to upskill scissoring techniques.
In this practical workshop you will build solid fundamentals to master scissoring and balance while
improving your overall scissoring techniques.
By completing the practical workshop you will have confident knowledge of different aspects of scissoring, while learning techniques you can translate into your salon
clientele.

Furtastic Grooming Competition

12th of January 2025!

Judges - Emma Case (NZ) and Janelle Austin (VIC)

A full day of seminars on the 11th.

Location Melbourne ~ Ravenhall VIC Big Paws Little Paws

This 3-hour course is designed for people who are wanting to learn the essentials of scissoring. During this course you will gain confidence to use dog grooming scissors by learning the core techniques when using straight and curved scissors as you will begin with cutting exercises on mannequins. The techniques you will learn you will be able to use on clients right away.
Recommended for people who are wanting to learn the basics of using straight and curved scissors. As well as people wanting additional training with scissoring.
Learning focus
-Learn scissor anatomy and scissor terminology.
-learn how to hold and fit your scissors correctly.
-Understanding different edges on scissors.
-An introduction to creating basic shapes and angles using straight and curved scissors.
Format
Practical workshop
Model Dogs provided for use on the evening.

Furtastic Grooming Competition

12th of January 2025!

Judges - Emma Case (NZ) and Janelle Austin (VIC)

A full day of seminars on the 11th.

Location Melbourne ~ Ravenhall VIC Big Paws Little Paws

This 3-hour course is designed for people who are wanting to learn the essentials of scissoring. During this course you will gain confidence to use dog grooming scissors by learning the core techniques when using straight and curved scissors as you will begin with cutting exercises on mannequins. The techniques you will learn you will be able to use on clients right away.
Recommended for people who are wanting to learn the basics of using straight and curved scissors. As well as people wanting additional training with scissoring.
Learning focus
-Learn scissor anatomy and scissor terminology.
-learn how to hold and fit your scissors correctly.
-Understanding different edges on scissors.
-An introduction to creating basic shapes and angles using straight and curved scissors.
Format
Practical workshop
Model Dogs provided for use on the evening.

May Wong will host a hands on Poodle workshop in Melbourne on 7th January.

What You Will Learn

• How to set up a profile on your dog

• Tips for spraying up the topknot

• Achieving a polished scissor finish

• Effective product usage for optimal results

Scissoring for beginner and intermediate groomers.

Want to scissor like a pro ?

This 5 day intensive scissoring course will run 1 day per week over 5 weeks on a Monday and will take your skills to the next level. No matter your skill level this course is designed to step you through the scissor basics right through to advanced scissor level.

Big Day out for Dogs is back for 2024 - This is a community event hosted by Dogs Victoria where our grounds are open to the public so everyone can come along and celebrate everything about our four-legged friends!

A fun, relaxed style grooming competition perfect for both seasoned competitors and novice groomers.

Calling all dog lovers and their four-legged friends! Join the Rotary Club on Sunday, December 1st, at Commonwealth Reserve, Nelson Place, Williamstown, for an unforgettable day dedicated to our beloved canine companions. This isn’t just an event – it’s a celebration of all things dog!

What’s Happening?
We'll kick off with a fun dog parade from the Reserve to Pier Farm and back, followed by a lively dog competition including Cutest Dog, Smallest Dog, Most Obedient Dog and more.

Join in on the Certified Pet Aesthetician program, educational seminars and a day of fun at Australia Zoo and Suzanne.

A fun-filled day of festive celebrations! The dog cafe will feature Christmas dog treats, and the pawty room will be decked out for the season. Participate in dog and family dress-up competition by wearing your favorite Christmas outfit. Enjoy special offers from other village shops and fun activities for kids.

Dr Cliff Faver DMV

Learn the science, the techniques, and product (types) to successfully put the “why” in what you do. A must - attend educational event for groomers & bathers

Dr Cliff Faver DMV

Learn the science, the techniques, and product (types) to successfully put the “why” in what you do. A must - attend educational event for groomers & bathers

Explore our Heiniger and Heiniger ProGroom ranges, including ProGrooms NEW E-Gel Cleanser, Spot Gel Cleanser and Foam Cleanser range in action. Learn the secrets & differences behind Pro Magic and Easy Comb Detangler products, and uncover the difference between our slip and stretch formulations.

Sunshine Coast Grooming Summit featuring Blake Hernandez, Shayla Knipe and Chris Phillips.

Join Veterinary Behaviourist, Dr Jess Beer to discuss the link between Pain and Behaviour in Companion Animals.

Learn how symptoms of pain can contribute to changes in behaviour such as fear, aggression and anxiety, and why it's importance to treat both.

Webinar available

Exciting news, Townsville will be presenting Blake Hernandez seminar.

Seminar will be covering, Poodle 🐩 Trim, Asian Fusion, Teddy Face on Poodle & Teddy Face on Cavoodle.

Exciting news, Townsville will be presenting Blake Hernandez seminar.

Seminar will be covering, Poodle Trim, Asian Fusion, Teddy Face on Poodle & Teddy Face on Cavoodle.

Any questions message Belinda Hadley from Vanity Paws Pet Grooming

Dr Cliff Faver DMV

Learn the science, the techniques, and product (types) to successfully put the “why” in what you do. A must - attend educational event for groomers & bathers

Groomfinity Grooming Competition aims to bring grooming competitions to rural and remote areas across Victoria. Our 2024 Competition will be held on Sunday 17th November at the Poultry Pavillion at the Dandenong Showgrounds.
This year there will be four classes over 2 sessions to allow more range for competitors. Entrants are welcome to enrol for a morning & afternoon session and/or enter a model dog.

Woof woof! Join in for a day of FREE activities at the DOG LOVER'S DAY.

With a dog selfie photo booth, dog treats and prizes to be won for stand out pooches, this day on the beautiful grounds will definitely get a five paw rating!

If you think your four legged friend has what it takes, there’s a competition program with each category winner awarded a $50 Chocolaterie voucher to spend in the amazing showroom. No bookings needed, just register your fur baby on the day.