While the competitions were exciting, there was plenty
of other fun to be had at the show. New this year was the
‘Who’s Your Daddy’ booth where DNA kits offered dog
owners information regarding their dog’s genetic heritage.
The Knoxville Pet Pantry was also on hand taking donations
of cash and/or pet food for pet owners in financial need, and
awards such as “cutest pet” and “ugliest pet” gave every
animal at the show a chance to be involved.
A variety of seminars, including one from the NAPCG,
Member Cindy Oliver won first place in Entry Division
with "Poodles Were Born to Be Wild"
provided groomers with the opportunity to learn about many
different aspects of grooming. The NAPCG seminar covered
everything from quick add-on ideas to dangerous chemicals
that salon owners should be aware of when choosing products
and is similar to the seminars being offered at Pet Pro Classic
2010.
After speaking with Susan recently, it sounds as if next year
will be even bigger and better. The NAPCG will sponsor a
unique in-ring creative competition entitled Salon Creative.
The concept is to have groomers complete a creative groom
practical for pet owners. Any breed is welcomed for this
competition, and entries are to have 4 to 6 weeks of growth,
the typical schedule for clients. There will be no preset
patterns or pre-coloring allowed, as the goal is to complete
an exceptional breed profile or pet groom enhanced with
color, accessories, and/or creative carving. The creative
enhancement is intended to compliment, not distract, from
the overall groom.
Mark your calendars for May 2011, and join us for some very
exciting competitions, lectures, and shopping with some of
the industry’s top distributors and manufacturers!
Member Sandy Blackburn won second place in the
Entry Division with her "Pupweiser Clydesdale Horses"