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

In its twenty-third year, the City of Stonnington proudly presents the 2025 Pets in the Park at Central Park, Malvern East. This free, family-friendly event returns this March to celebrate Stonnington's animals with a pet-friendly day of informative presentations, stalls, entertainment, competitions, and much more. The animals will be the stars of the day!

Join Mel for Mastering Round Heads—a detailed seminar where we dive into different head shapes and how to tackle them like a pro!

Bark Park just found the pawfect plans for you and your Dog this valentines day

Because cosmic connections matter, they have teamed up with a Reiki Master who will be offering short Reiki sessions on the night for you and your Pooch to build on the already unbreakable bond, a compatibility and astrology chart for you and your Dog as well as an evening of connection with like minded Queens, a painting sessions for your Dog and excellent energy and vibes all night.

There is the big barkers and little yappers areas, so plenty of safe playing zones for your dogs no matter their size.

P.S This is a LGBTIQA+ friendly event

Puppy Love at the Dog Cafe!
Sunday, February 9th | 2 PM - 4 PM
Love is in the air, and The Dog Cafe has the paw-fect way to celebrate! Treat yourself and your furry Valentine to an afternoon of fun, treats, and memories that will make tails wag!

Get ready for a night of fabulous fun at RSPCA Victoria's FIRST EVER Drag Bingo, hosted by gorgeous gal pals Millie Anne Problems and Eliza Lot

Join in at Welcome To Thornbury for an evening of laughter, live auctions and lip-syncing - all to support the animals in our care PLUS, you'll have the chance to win amazing prizes!

WHERE: Welcome to Thornbury, 520 High St Northcote

WHEN: 6:30PM, Friday 7th February 2025

Come for the entertainment, stay for the cause, and help make a difference for animals who need it most.

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.

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.

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

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.

Attention all dog owners! Treat yourself and your furry friend to a special event focused on grooming and training.

Join in for a day of fun, learning, and bonding with your pet, led by the highly skilled and passionate team from Ara & The Hound.

There will be groomers there to chat about relevant care to your pet, information on services and take home resources full of grooming and training tips and tricks.

Dust off your brooms, heat up your cauldrons and lets make some magic.
With a sausage sizzle raising money for some of Bark Park's favourite charities, DIY spooky bandanas, apple bobbing, the spookiest puppy potions, games and prizes this event will Bark Park's most epic yet!

This blended online course comprises two components. The first component is an online self-paced eLearning course, with the second component delivered at an in-person instructor-led session across 4 hours.

This blended online course comprises two components. The first component is an online self-paced eLearning course, with the second component delivered in two online instructor-led webinars across 2.5 hours each session.

The Lagotto Romagnolo

Breed information and grooming workshop for professional groomers, presented by Ness Lenarcic from On The Same Blade Length.

NOTE groomers must be Dogs Australia member to enter - dog does not have to be registered with DA

Amayzing Grooming Show was established by May Wong in 2022, a passionate Groomer from Melbourne with a dedicated team member.