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We are proud to announce a new addition to the Learn2GroomDogs.com Library! Instructional Grooming Videos in 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡 provided by Artero Professional Grooming.

We are so excited about this new addition and can’t wait to grow the Spanish library even more over the next year!

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s excited release the next episode in it’s ✂️Lunch-N-Learns at our Groominar® Network, Learn2GroomDogs.com: Shear Control with Colin Taylor! Curated and hosted by Paragon training specialist Jennifer Lotterman, these sessions teach core concepts of grooming inside of a typical lunch break, complete with helpful downloadable resources.

In this episode, scissoring master Colin Taylor gives the inside scoop on shear control from tools to techniques for a smooth finish!

A beautiful haircut doesn’t begin with the clippers or shears. It begins in the bath. The way you cleanse, dry, brush, and prepare a dog’s coat directly impacts how it lays, how evenly it cuts, and how polished the final result looks. When prep work is done well, the finishing process becomes more polished, efficient, and rewarding.

Taking time to master these fundamentals can make a difference in your daily grooming routine, whether you’re working with a challenging coat, refining your drying techniques, or looking for ways to improve efficiency without compromising quality. 🐾

Master the Fundamentals That Separate Good Groomers From Great Ones
New Spotlight Sessions: Kerry Blue Feet, Grooming Vision and Efficient Bathing Process
New Release: Active Drying Techniques Double Feature
New Spotlight Sessions: Bathing & Drying, Pads & Nails, and Body Clipper Work

Every coat tells you something about how a dog should be groomed. From the way it responds to moisture and airflow to the brushing, prep work, and finishing techniques it requires, understanding coat type is essential to achieving beautiful results while keeping the dog’s comfort and coat health in mind. 🐾

Whether you’re working with a curly-coated Poodle, a wire-coated Schnauzer, a heavy-coated breed like a Newfie, or a drop-coated Maltese, the right approach can make a meaningful difference at the grooming table. Knowing when to adjust your drying technique, how to prepare the coat, and which finishing methods to use helps you work more efficiently and confidently.

Maintaining a Rustic Coat

Maintaining a Rustic Coat with Kendra Otto

Natural Foot on a Heavy-Coated Dog with Liz Thompson

Natural Foot on a Heavy-Coated Dog with Liz Thompson with Liz Thompson

Beard Stripping Tricks on a Wire-Coated Pup with Lorri Keller

Beard Stripping Tricks on a Wire-Coated Pup with Lorri Keller with Lorri Keller

Quick Tips: Drying a Curly Coat

Quick Tips: Drying a Curly Coat with Lorri Keller

A great groom is about more than getting the coat clean, balanced, and beautifully shaped. Sometimes, it’s the small details that make the biggest difference.

The finishing touches, a well-set topknot, carefully placed bow, creative silhouette, or thoughtful Asian Fusion detail, can take a groom from simply finished to truly polished. These techniques also give you more ways to personalize your work and create looks that highlight each dog’s features.

Asian Fusion on a Bichon: Setting the Body, Legs & Feet

Asian Fusion on a Bichon: Setting the Body, Legs & Feet with Lindsey Dicken

How to Set a Topknot on a Poodle

How to Set a Topknot on a Poodle with Kathy Rose

How to Make Bows

How to Make Bows with Melissa Verplank

Asian Fusion on a Powderpuff Chinese Crested

Asian Fusion on a Powderpuff Chinese Crested with Lindsey Dicken

We’ve added three new educational videos to Paragon’s Groominar Network, Learn2GroomDogs.com!

These lessons focus on creating beautiful, balanced results while working with different coat types, structures, and grooming needs.

Adorable Head on a Mixed Breed

Adorable Head on a Mixed Breed with Lorri Keller

Clean Silhouette on a Mixed Breed

Clean Silhouette on a Mixed Breed with Lorri Keller

Beautiful Head on a Doodle

Beautiful Head on a Doodle with Lorri Keller

Halloween is the perfect time to add a little creativity to your grooming table. 🎃 Creative grooming doesn’t have to mean elaborate colors or hours of extra work. Even a simple design can turn an everyday groom into something memorable for your clients while giving you a chance to showcase your creativity and technical skills.

Coat carving is a great way to introduce seasonal flair while practicing precision, balance, and clipper control. From simple shapes and abstract designs to more detailed clipper art, these techniques can help you build confidence while adding a personal touch to your work.

Looking for some inspiration?

Creative Styling: Butterfly

Creative Styling: Butterfly with Lori Craig

Coat Carving on a Short Haired Dog

Coat Carving on a Short Haired Dog with Randi Sands

Creative Abstract Design on a Poodle

Creative Abstract Design on a Poodle with Amy Triezenberg

Love These Videos? You NEED Pro Level.

If you love grooming education that focuses on the real dogs you see every day, you’re going to love what we’re building with Pro Level: Advanced Stylist. That’s exactly why Paragon created Pro Level: Advanced Stylist—to help experienced groomers sharpen their skills, build confidence, and approach the challenges on their tables with a whole new perspective.

To give you a taste of the kind of education we’re talking about, check out these four Learn2GroomDogs.com videos.

Getting a Nice Finish on a Thick-Coated Doodle

Getting a Nice Finish on a Thick-Coated Doodle with Irina "Pina" Pinkusevich

A Cute & Easy Trim on an Older Shih Tzu

A Cute & Easy Trim on an Older Shih Tzu with Amy Triezenberg

Positively Introducing a New Dog to the Grooming Process

Positively Introducing a New Dog to the Grooming Process with Linda C. Claflin-Phelps

Working on a Challenging Dog

Working on a Challenging Dog with Hilaire Boelkins

Mobile or Salon Grooming: What’s Right for You? Choosing where and how you groom is a big business decision.

For some groomers, the freedom and flexibility of a mobile setup are exactly what they’re looking for. For others, a traditional salon provides the workspace, equipment, and workflow that make the most sense.

And if you’re considering mobile grooming, there are additional factors to think about, from scheduling appointments to maintaining your rig and dealing with mechanical issues.

We’ve gathered four Learn2GroomDogs.com videos to help you explore the differences and better understand what each option can involve.

Mobile or Salon: What Is Right for You

Mobile or Salon: What Is Right for You - Multiple Experts

Mobile Grooming Chats: Scheduling

Mobile Grooming Chats: Scheduling - Multiple Experts

Mechanical Troubles: Van vs. Salon

Mechanical Troubles: Van vs. Salon - Multiple Experts

General Maintenance on Your Rig

General Maintenance on Your Rig - Multiple Experts