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Creative grooming can mean many different things to different
people. For some, it is an expression of creativity or a chance to
do something new. For others, it may be great advertising or even
a profitable service offered in addition to grooming. But, for every
groomer, creative grooming should be about safety. The NAPCG
strongly believes that animals, their safety, and their comfort
should never be sacrificed for the sake of a groom and that animals
deserve nothing but respect and compassion.
Creative grooming, specifically coloring, should only be done by
those who have been properly educated in the technique. Knowing
which products are safe, and how to properly apply them are two
common factors that must be considered before attempting a
creative groom. Choosing the best products and techniques for
the right pet can be tricky. Coat type, skin condition, personality,
and even the pet’s living conditions must be taken into account.
Different color mediums can and will yield various results for
different coat types, even among the same breed. The safest
products could cause a skin reaction in a pet with no history of
skin conditions*. Understanding how all these factors interact with
one another is key to safely and effectively adding that something
extra to your grooms, especially when applying color.
With so many factors affecting your creative groom, it may seem
a bit intimidating or overwhelming, especially if you are new to
creative. Not to worry, though, for the NAPCG was founded to
help groomers better understand and market creative grooming.
We provide a variety of ways to learn! The member forum is an
excellent place for discussion and questions, which we believe is
one of the best ways to learn! The NAPCG will be sponsoring
seminars at several major trade shows all over the U.S. throughout
the year, and we are currently developing instructional tools that
will cover numerous creative topics. Check out the next issue
of the magazine, our website, member forum, or the NAPCG
Facebook page for updates! Through proper education, we can
all help the world of creative grooming become more acceptable
and continue to blossom!
*It is up to you, as a professional groomer, to always perform
a skin sensitivity test for each medium used.