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New Spotlight Sessions: Kerry Blue Feet, Grooming Vision and Efficient Bathing Process

Setting the Feet Like A Kerry Blue

In this Spotlight Session, Judy Hudson demonstrates how to set the feet like a Kerry Blue on a Silver Poodle Run Time: 7:33

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: Grooming a Silver Poodle Like a Kerry Blue

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How to Best SEE What You Are Working On

In this Spotlight Session, Irina Pinkusevich demonstrates how to best SEE what you are working on. Run Time: 3:56

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: How to Get A Nice Finish on a Thick Coated Doodle

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Top Struggles: Efficient Bathing Process

In this Spotlight Session, Colin Taylor and Melissa Verplank talk about one of the most common struggles that professional pet groomers have, efficient bathing process. Run Time: 6:48

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

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IBPSA Seminar: 3 Key Elements to a Successful and PROFITABLE Grooming Business

Paragon President, Joe Zuccarello, will be speaking at the 2021 International Pet Boarding and Daycare Association in Orlando, September 21-23rd.

Seminar Title: 3 Key Elements to a Successful and PROFITABLE Grooming Business

Seminar Description: What do you think about when you hear the word “Grooming”? Excitement? Profit? Headaches? Groomers? If you think more of the latter two than the first two, we need to talk! During this session Joe will break down and simplify how you can look at Grooming from a new perspective. A perspective of growth potential. People potential. Profit potential. And customer experience potential. Let’s take the headache out of grooming!

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JZ10 Coaching Session: Yesterday’s Rules, Today’s Reality

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

In this month’s JZ10 coaching session, Joe Zuccarello talks all about navigating the waters of constant change. “You cannot apply yesterday’s rules to today’s challenges”

How can you adapt to change? Can you change the rules? 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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Hershey Groom Expo

The Paragon and Learn2GroomDogs.com team will be at Hershey Groom Expo 2021!

Stop by our booth to meet the team and learn more about our services!

When: September 9-12, 2021

Where: Booth #7

New Release: Safe and Gentle Dematting Techniques on a Miniature Schnauzer

In this lesson, Jennifer Hecker shares her dematting tricks for a smooth, swift, and pain-free process. This Miniature Schnauzer is matted, tangled, and less than thrilled, but Jennifer’s technique keeps it calm and safe. If you cringe at the thought of having to demat your next dog – don’t!

In this video you will learn:

What makes dematting easier
Which products she likes for to assist the process
How to match the right brush to the job
How to tell if a mat is still in the coat
Ways to protect the pet from injury during brushing

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Facebook Live Event: Dog Is Good

You’re not going to want to miss this month’s Facebook Live, it’s going to be GOOD! Join us Thursday August 26, at 6pm EST to learn creative ways to…

Leverage your time to make money effortlessly.
Offer strategic retail streams that don’t require inventory or staffing
Enlist your client base to help you make more revenue

Your Hosts: Joe Zuccarello & Gila Kurtz

Join us on our Learn2GroomDogs.com Facebook Page

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New Spotlight Sessions: Matted Dog, Handling Cat & Starting Your Career

Salvage Decisions on a Matted Dog

In this Spotlight Session, Amy Triezenberg discusses salvage decisions on a matted Shih Tzu. Run Time: 7:36

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: How to give an Attractive Haircut on a Matted Dog without Losing Time

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Handling Cat While Using High Velocity Dryer

In this Spotlight Session, Danelle German demonstrates how to handle a cat while using a High-Velocity Dryer. Run Time: 8:52

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

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Where to Start Career Straight out of School

In this Spotlight Session, Lisa Leady and Suesan Watson discuss where to start your career straight out of school. Run Time: 3:20

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: Mobile or Salon – What’s Right for You?

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JZ10 Coaching Session: Who Is Your Competition?

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

In this month’s JZ10 coaching session, Joe Zuccarello talks all about competition! What do you think of when you hear the word competition? Who is your competitor? How can you embrace your top competitor?

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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New Release: Creating a “Puppy Cut” on a Mixed Breed

In this lesson, Judy Hudson, NCMG, will show you how to get a plush look and choose the best tools to get the smoothest finish – in the least amount of time. Why? Being efficient is the name of the game for professional groomers. There is a reason Judy has the reputation as a “get it done gal.” She does not waste time.

In this video you will learn:

How to minimize tracking lines in the coat
A secret to cool blades in a snap without sprays
How to know if a dog is uncomfortable and how to correct this issue
What to do when there are serious cowlicks in the coat
What’s the best tool to use as you finish the dog

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New Spotlight Sessions: Style Front Legs, Mouse Ears & Canine Structure on a Doodle

Style Front Legs Quickly By Hand

In this Spotlight Session, Megan Vandenberg demonstrates how to style front legs on a Kerry Blue by hand. Run Time: 4:27

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: Creating a Practical Asian Fusion Trim

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Creating Character Mouse Ears on an Asian Style Trim

In this Spotlight Session, Lindsey Dicken demonstrates how to create character mouse ears on an Asian fusion style trim. Run Time: 5:27

This Spotlight Session is from the Full Length Video: Asian Fusion on a Powderpuff Chinese Crested

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Using Proper Canine Structure to Make the Dog Look It's Best

In this Spotlight Session, Misty Fowler discusses using proper canine structure to make the dog look its best. Run Time: 12:47

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

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