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DAY 4
SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
MONDAY JUNE 7, 2026
MONDAY SESSIONS
Healing the Follicle: Understanding the Canine Hair Follicle, Part 3: Treatment Planning Essentials
How to Groom a Dog from Start to Finish, Parts 6-7: The Furnishings
How to Groom a Dog fro Start to Finish, Parts 8-9: Enhancing Communication Skills; Final Q & A
Dogs Are More Than Hair: Raising the Standard of Canine Handling in Grooming
Don't Grab the Beard! Modern Handling Education for Today's Dogs
Pocket Studio: Groomer Photography Simplified, Part 1. Hands-on Workshop
Pocket Studio: Groomer Photography Simplified, Part 2. Hands-on Workshop
The Perfect Pair: Scissoring Techniques
Location: Room A (A1-A2). Salon Styling
Instructor: Mackensie Murphy
Time: 8 AM - 9 AM
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
You CAN Do That with a Clipper Vacuum System
Location: Room A (A1-A2). Salon Styling
Time: 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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
Flawless Finish: the Art of Thinning Shears, Part 1
Location: Room A (A1-A2). Salon Styling
Time: 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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
Flawless Finish: the Art of Thinning Shears, Part 2
Location: Room A (A1-A2). Salon Styling
Time: 1 PM - 2 PM
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
Deshedding: Theory & Techniques
Location: Room B (B1-B2). Skin & Coat
Time: 8 AM - 9 AM
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
Healing the Follicle: Understanding the Canine Hair Follicle, Part 1: Structure, Lifecycle, & Common Issues
Location: Room B (B1-B2). Skin & Coat
Time: 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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
Healing the Follicle: Understanding the Canine Hair Follicle, Part 2: Gentle Handling & Compassionate Care for Canine Therapeutic Patients
Location: Room B (B1-B2). Skin & Coat
Time: 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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
Healing the Follicle: Understanding the Canine Hair Follicle, Part 3: Treatment Planning Essentials
Location: Room B (B1-B2). Skin & Coat
Time: 1 PM - 2 PM
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
How to Groom a Dog from Start to Finish, Parts 6-7: The Furnishings
Location: Room C (C1-C2). Fundamentals for New Groomers
Time: 8 AM - 10:15 AM
Instructors: J. Scott Wilburn-Woods, Rachel Trumbley
The Fundamentals of Grooming Level 1 is a hands-on, two-day workshop designed specifically for individuals transitioning from a bather/brusher position to a Grooming/Stylist role. This course provides foundational knowledge and practical skills tailored to working within The Terrier Group, with a focus on technique, breed-specific standards, and effective client communication. Students will practice on model dogs under the close guidance of two highly experienced instructors, ensuring personalized feedback and support throughout the course.
Learning Outcomes
Understand breed-specific grooming standards and techniques for The Terrier Group with emphasis on the Miniature/Standard/Giant Schnauzers
Demonstrate proficiency in essential grooming preparation and finishing tasks
Develop confidence in shaping and styling key areas such as the head, framework, and furnishings
Enhance professional communication skills for interacting with clients
Receive direct feedback from expert instructors to accelerate skill development
Who Should Attend?
This class is ideal for individuals currently working as bather/brushers in a pet grooming salon who are ready to advance their careers and take on full grooming responsibilities. No prior grooming experience is required.
Instructional Approach
The course emphasizes practical, hands-on learning with model dogs, ensuring that each participant has ample opportunity to practice and perfect their skills. With two highly experienced instructors leading each session, students benefit from expert demonstrations, individualized coaching, and a supportive learning environment.
Course Details
Duration: 2 days
Format: In-person, hands-on with model dogs
Session 6: The Furnishings, Part 1
Techniques for blending trim lines
Methods for trimming the underline to the appropriate length
Procedures for trimming and shaping legs
Session 7: The Furnishings, Part 2
Advanced techniques & finishing touches for the Schnauzer's furnishings
Skill Level: Beginner
How to Groom a Dog from Start to Finish, Parts 8-9: Enhancing Communication Skills; Final Q & A
Location: Room C (C1-C2). Fundamentals for New Groomers
Time: 11:45 AM - 2 PM
Instructors: J. Scott Wilburn-Woods, Rachel Trumbley
The Fundamentals of Grooming Level 1 is a hands-on, two-day workshop designed specifically for individuals transitioning from a bather/brusher position to a Grooming/Stylist role. This course provides foundational knowledge and practical skills tailored to working within The Terrier Group, with a focus on technique, breed-specific standards, and effective client communication. Students will practice on model dogs under the close guidance of two highly experienced instructors, ensuring personalized feedback and support throughout the course.
Learning Outcomes
Understand breed-specific grooming standards and techniques for The Terrier Group with emphasis on the Miniature/Standard/Giant Schnauzers
Demonstrate proficiency in essential grooming preparation and finishing tasks
Develop confidence in shaping and styling key areas such as the head, framework, and furnishings
Enhance professional communication skills for interacting with clients
Receive direct feedback from expert instructors to accelerate skill development
Who Should Attend?
This class is ideal for individuals currently working as bather/brushers in a pet grooming salon who are ready to advance their careers and take on full grooming responsibilities. No prior grooming experience is required.
Instructional Approach
The course emphasizes practical, hands-on learning with model dogs, ensuring that each participant has ample opportunity to practice and perfect their skills. With two highly experienced instructors leading each session, students benefit from expert demonstrations, individualized coaching, and a supportive learning environment.
Course Details
Duration: 2 days
Format: In-person, hands-on with model dogs
Session 8: Enhancing Communication Skills
Mastering the use of appropriate grooming terminology
Developing effective communication strategies for client interactions
Session 9: Questions & Answers
Open to all questions and discussion
Skill Level: Beginner
Dogs Are More Than Hair: Raising the Standard of Canine Handling in Grooming
Location: Room D (D1-D2). Animal Behavior & Handling
Time: 8 AM - 9 AM
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
Don't Grab the Beard! Modern Handling Education for Today's Dogs
Location: Room D (D1-D2). Animal Behavior & Handling
Time: 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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
Designing No-trigger Grooming Experiences, Part 1
Location: Room D (D1-D2). Animal Behavior & Handling
Time: 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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
Designing No-trigger Grooming Experiences, Part 2
Location: Room D (D1-D2). Animal Behavior & Handling
Time: 1 PM - 2 PM
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
All About Cats, Part 1: How to Bathe a Cat
Location: Room 1. Feline Education
Time: 8 AM - 9 AM
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
All About Cats, Part 2: Handling of a Cat
Location: Room 1. Feline Education
Time: 8 AM - 9 AM
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
All About Cats, Part 3: Pricing, Marketing, & Forms
Location: Room 1. Feline Education
Time: 8 AM - 9 AM
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
All About Cats, Part 4: Grooming Tips & Tricks
Location: Room 1. Feline Education
Time: 8 AM - 9 AM
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
Estilismo Creativo, Parte 1: Como Marcar el Diseño, Cortando y Moldeando
Creative Styling, Part 1: How to Mark the Design, Cutting & Shaping
Location: Room 2. Seminarios en Español
Time: 8 AM - 9 AM
Instructor: Milena Kon
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Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Estilismo Creativo, Parte 2: Tinte Aplicacion para Que nose Mezclen los Colores
Creative Styling, Part 2: Hair Dye Application to Prevent Colors from Mixing
Location: Room 2. Seminarios en Español
Time: 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Instructor: Milena Kon
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Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Estilismo Creativo, Parte 3: Lavado, Secado, Esculpir, y Finalizar Diseño
Creative Styling, Part 3: Washing, Drying, Sculpting & Finishing Design
Location: Room 2. Seminarios en Español
Time: 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Instructor: Milena Kon
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Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Estilismo Creativo, Parte 4: Diseño de Carita Asiatica para Complimentar y Finalizar el Diseño Creativo
Creative Styling, Part 4: Asian Face to Complete & Finalize the Creative Design
Location: Room 2. Seminarios en Español
Time: 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Instructor: Milena Kon
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Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Pocket Studio: Groomer Photography Simplified, Part 1. Hands-on Workshop
Location: Room 3. Animal Photography
Time: 8 AM - 10:15 AM
Instructors: 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
Pocket Studio: Groomer Photography Simplified, Part 2. Hands-on Workshop
Location: Room 3. Animal Photography
Time: 11:45 AM - 2 PM
Instructors: 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
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