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New Spotlight Sessions: Improving Pet Handling, Round Jacket on a Poodle, and Knee Problem Safety

Easy Ways to Improve YOUR Pet Handling Skills

Khris Berry shows us techniques to keep a dog relaxed by reading their body language as well as being keyed into what’s going on in their brain and how to put that knowledge to use.

This Spotlight Session is from the full video:  General Table Handling for Pet Grooming & Special Needs Dogs

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Everything Should Be Round on the Jacket with a Modified Pet Poodle Continental Trim

Misty Fowler shows us how to trim a clean separation between the jacket and rosette of a Pet Poodle as well in which order to do the underline so the curves stand out.

This Spotlight Session is from the full video: Modified Pet Poodle Continental Trim Using a Guard Comb

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How to Safely Work on a Dog with Knee Problems

Suesan Watson shows us how to trim a dog with bad knees minimizing anything that would cause them pain. This keeps them from lashing out while you’re working.

This Spotlight Session is from the full video: Grooming a Foxy Trim on a Pomeranian Mix

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New Release Double Feature: Basic Professional Pet Grooming Set-Up and Managing Expectations

Are you just starting out in a grooming career? Are you lost trying to figure out what to buy? Check out this latest Learn2GroomDogs Double Feature to get some guidance from a grooming pro! In the first video, Khris Berry goes over a basic equipment setup typical of a professional grooming facility. In the next video, Khris walks us through a typical client interaction with a dog in rough shape and how to talk to and educate the client about things they can do at home to keep their dog happy and their coat healthy.

A few of the highlights you will learn in these videos:

  • What to look for when selecting key items to keep your four-legged clients safe and comfortable
  • Nine items that will make your job more efficient, easier, and safer for both you and the pet!
  • How to interact with a client when when you know you cannot give them what they want
  • How to communicate with professional authority while still being open and receptive to the owner

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JZ10: Are You Accidentally Hurting Pets?

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

In this JZ10 Groomer Business Tip, Paragon president Joe Zuccarello gives us pointers on how to properly address a pet’s oral health in your salon’s dental services addon without putting them in unnecessary pain. It’s always best to have a veterinarian handle a pet’s dental health, but you can do your part to educate your customers and provide them with the right services.

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!


New Spotlight Sessions: Shorter Feet Option, Trimming a Poodle’s Legs, and Severely Matted Coat Plans

Shorter Foot Style Option for a Pet Cavalier Spaniel

Jennifer Hecker shows us the right tools to use and expert tips for getting a round foot on a Cavalier Spaniel.

This Spotlight Session is from the full video: How To Do an Easy Maintenance Trim on a Pet Cavalier Spaniel

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Setting in a Beveled Foot and Scissoring Legs so the Appear Thick and Full

Brittney Valle shows us how to safely trim a wiggly young dog’s feet and legs so they look symmetrical and are easy to maintain.

This Spotlight Session is from the full video: Creating an Asian Influenced Haircut on a Poodle

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Always Have Multiple Plans of What You Can Do on a Severely Matted Coat

Lorri Keller and Melissa Verplank show us how to safely cut away a dog’s matted hair, the importance of having a plan B when dematting, and how to communicate that to the customer.

This Spotlight Session is from the full video: Starting Over on a Dog Who’s Never Been Professionally Groomed

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New Release: High Style Yet Simple German Trim on a Poodle

Have you ever wondered how to achieve a stylish trim on a salon-based timeline? Are you looking to up your styling game?

Join Brittney for this amazing lesson. You will have a front row seat as she shows how YOU can get this trim done simply, easily, and effortlessly. This lesson is so packed full of practical, helpful tips and tricks that you will have pages of notes! Brittney Valle is an award-winning Certified Master Groomer who is going to help set you apart with her approachable teaching style and wealth of knowledge.

A few of the highlights you will learn in this video:

  • How to get perfect poodle feet
  • How to set the lines on a poodle’s face
  • What guard combs lengths to use and where
  • How to set in beautiful angulation
  • How to disguise a high ear set

Start Learning with Brittney

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New Spotlight Sessions: Working with a Reactive Dog, Scissoring a Poodle, and Social Security Tips

How to Work with a Reactive Dog & What an Owner Should Expect When the Dog Gets Home

Lorri Keller and Melissa Verplank teach us techniques for removing matted hair and keeping the dog comfortable in tough grooming situations.

This Spotlight Session is from the full video: Grooming a 10-Month-Old Doodle Who Has Never Been Professionally Groomed

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How to Scissor in the Rear Leg of a Flared Asian Styled Trim

Brittney Valle gives us pointers on scissoring the back legs of a poodle including the best order to do certain tasks.

This Spotlight Session is from the full video: Creating an Asian Influenced Haircut on a Poodle

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Retirement Income Sources: What is Social Security

Jennifer Cobb gives us useful information on the Social Security retirement benefit and how it is more supplemental than foundational for your retirement.

This Spotlight Session is from the full video: It’s Never Too Soon to Begin Investing in YOUR Retirement

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JZ10: Mastering the “No, But…” Conversation

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

In this JZ10 Groomer Business Tip, Paragon president Joe Zuccarello teaches you how to get past the uncomfortable situation of saying “no” by transforming it into a “no, but” conversation. When a request can’t be met, saying “no, but” can go a half step extra which makes for happier clients and employees.

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!


New Release: Setting a Show Style Trim on an English Cocker

Have you ever wondered how those Setters and Cockers in conformation show rings look so beautiful? They look natural yet sculpted at the same time. How the heck do they do that?

In this video lesson, award winning pet stylist Elizabeth Gibbs shows you how to achieve the look. Her model for this lesson is AKC finished champion. Even if you are just doing your pet Elizabeth has one special technique that will make your dog stand out. She explains her techniques in this video demonstration. Her end result looks soft, gorgeous, and very natural, just like the dog had GROWN that way.

In this video you will learn:

  • The importance of carding for a natural look
  • How to style an English Cocker’s feet for the proper look
  • How to tame an unmanageable area of coat when carding does not do it
  • How to pull the underline together for balance
  • How to style the head for the classic, soft English Cocker look

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New Spotlight Sessions: Trimming Rear Legs, Rounding the Front Foot, and Minimizing Clipper Tracking

How to Trim the Rear Legs While Creating Parallel Lines

Suesan Watson gives you tips on trimming the rear legs while keeping the dog’s form looking even. She shows you how to trim the parallel lines correctly to bring out their natural look. 

This Spotlight Session is from the full video: Easy Shih Tzu / Bichon “Designer” Pet Trim

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How to Round the Front Foot of a Fuller Leg Styled Drop Coated Dog

Judy Hudson shows you how to correctly trim the feet and legs on a drop coated dog with a fuller leg style. She shares advice about using the right tools for each part of the trim and the best place to start.

This Spotlight Session is from the full video: Creating an Easy Pet Trim Using a Reverse Blade on a Drop-Coated Mixed Breed

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Ways to Minimize Clipper Tracking in a Coat

Jennifer Hecker shows you how to minimize clipper tracks and effectively blend the parts of the groom together. She also shares her tricks for reaching all parts of the dog, and some finishing touches with the slicker brush.

This Spotlight Session is from the full video: How To Do an Easy Maintenance Trim on a Pet Cavalier Spaniel

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New Release: Active Drying Techniques Double Feature

Be honest with yourself. Do your dogs come out looking soft? Fluffy? Clean? Like a cloud? No? The problem is likely how you’re bathing and drying. Join experts Khris Berry and Brittney Valle as they show you how to get spectacular results in the latest Learn2GroomDogs Double Feature!

These lessons are about combining multiple forms of active drying with your everyday grooms. The benefits are many: your dogs will look better, your grooms will last longer, you will be able to finish the groom faster, and, when done correctly, are safe and gentle on the pet.

In this video you will learn:

  • How to increase your speed of drying
  • How to dry from the skin out
  • Three ways to vary the speed of a high-velocity dryer
  • Ways to work safely with the pet while drying them
  • Secrets to the perfect fluff dry

Start Learning with Khris and Brittney

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