{"id":8959,"date":"2019-02-15T12:11:06","date_gmt":"2019-02-15T17:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/?p=8959"},"modified":"2019-02-15T12:11:06","modified_gmt":"2019-02-15T17:11:06","slug":"finding-dog-grooming-jobs-at-pet-grooming-shows-and-conventions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/finding-dog-grooming-jobs-at-pet-grooming-shows-and-conventions","title":{"rendered":"The Pet Grooming Shows &#038; Conventions You Need to Attend This Year"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]New to a career in dog grooming? Just graduated from your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/online-courses\/dog-grooming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dog grooming course<\/a> but haven\u2019t found a full-time job yet? Want to learn new skills and brush up on your business know-how? You\u2019ve come to the right place!<br \/>\nEvery year, pet grooming shows bring together the talents of novice and expert dog groomers. It\u2019s a great way to network your way to the dog grooming job you\u2019ve always wanted, or to discover the latest grooming equipment to make your job easier.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/finding-dog-grooming-jobs-at-pet-grooming-shows-and-conventions\/#What_to_expect_at_professional_dog_grooming_conventions\" >What to expect at professional dog grooming conventions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/finding-dog-grooming-jobs-at-pet-grooming-shows-and-conventions\/#Family_Pet_Shows_%E2%80%93_Website\" >Family Pet Shows &#8211; Website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/finding-dog-grooming-jobs-at-pet-grooming-shows-and-conventions\/#Intergroom_%E2%80%93_Website\" >Intergroom &#8211; Website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/finding-dog-grooming-jobs-at-pet-grooming-shows-and-conventions\/#Groom_Texas_%E2%80%93_Website\" >Groom Texas &#8211; Website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/finding-dog-grooming-jobs-at-pet-grooming-shows-and-conventions\/#All_American_Grooming_Show_%E2%80%93_Website\" >All American Grooming Show &#8211; Website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/finding-dog-grooming-jobs-at-pet-grooming-shows-and-conventions\/#SuperZoo_%E2%80%93_Website\" >SuperZoo &#8211; Website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/finding-dog-grooming-jobs-at-pet-grooming-shows-and-conventions\/#Groom_Expo_%E2%80%93_Website\" >Groom Expo &#8211; Website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/finding-dog-grooming-jobs-at-pet-grooming-shows-and-conventions\/#Other_Dog_Expos\" >Other Dog Expos<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_expect_at_professional_dog_grooming_conventions\"><\/span>What to expect at professional dog grooming conventions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While grooming conventions invite experts in the industry to attend, pet enthusiasts are welcomed as well. After all, who wouldn\u2019t want to score an awesome deal on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/06\/7-homemade-dog-treats-for-your-professional-dog-grooming-kit\/\">dog treats<\/a> for their pup? No matter the expo, you can expect to find events in the following three categories to attend.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Seminars and education<\/h3>\n<p>Grooming seminars cater to professionals at every skill level\u2014you can even earn a certificate or two by the end of the weekend! From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/01\/5-ways-pet-first-aid-can-save-dog-grooming-career\/\">First Aid training<\/a> to customer-service workshops, if there\u2019s a skill you need brushing up on, you\u2019ll find it at a grooming show.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;8966&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>2. Pet industry tradeshow<\/h3>\n<p>Trade shows allow you to discover, test out, and purchase the newest innovations in pet grooming and pet care products at discount prices. You can expect to see booths from pet food suppliers, dog accessory manufacturers, and expert groomers giving grooming demos. If you own a dog grooming salon, this is the place to be to find new tools and products. Some people choose to spend most of their time at the trade show.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Dog grooming contests<\/h3>\n<p>Numerous on-site grooming competitions occur at grooming conventions. From conformation grooms to creative grooming, competition is fierce but friendly. Many expos host grooming contests for groomers of a variety of skill levels. This way, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to practice your grooming skills and earn valuable feedback from world-renowned pet grooming experts.<\/p>\n<p>Watch out for the Rescue Grooming competition! Many grooming shows host a Rescue Round-Up grooming competition. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/09\/5-places-find-dogs-pet-grooming-course\/\">Dogs from local shelters<\/a> and rescue organizers are brought to their nearest show. Competitive groomers then sharpen their scissors and complete dramatic transformations. The top three competitors at all participating grooming shows will attend The Rescue Round-Up Invitational finals held at the Groom Expo. Those who win the Invitation will win a prestigious title, a feature in the <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.groomertogroomer.com\/\">Groomer to Groomer magazine<\/a><\/em>, and a prize package. The sweetest bonus? Most dogs that participate in these events end up being adopted![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;8962&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4>Moving on\u2026 check out this non-exhaustive list of the biggest grooming shows this year!<\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Small Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;accent-color&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Family_Pet_Shows_%E2%80%93_Website\"><\/span>Family Pet Shows &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/familypetshows.com\/\">Website<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Family Pet Shows is a family-owned and operated company. Every year, they put on six different pet expos in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. With a focus on family and pet-friendliness, attendees can even <a href=\"https:\/\/familypetshows.com\/pet-policy\/\">bring their own pets<\/a> to the show! If you\u2019re looking to add a member to your family, they also offer free booth space to any rescue and adoption groups who want to participate.<\/p>\n<p>Check out their upcoming shows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Long Island Pet Expo \u2013 March 2-3, 2019<\/li>\n<li>Morgantown Pet Expo \u2013 March 23-24, 2019<\/li>\n<li>Long Island Pet Expo in the Park \u2013 September 14-15, 2019<\/li>\n<li>Connecticut Pet Expo \u2013 October 19-20, 2019<\/li>\n<li>The Greater Philadelphia Pet Expo \u2013 TBA 2020<\/li>\n<li>Lehigh Valley Pet Expo \u2013 TBA 2020<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;8964&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Intergroom_%E2%80%93_Website\"><\/span>Intergroom &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intergroom.com\/\">Website<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Secaucus, New Jersey<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> April 11-14, 2019<\/p>\n<p>Intergroom is a prominent grooming conference that takes place annually. One of their most notable contests is the <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.barkleighevents.com\/intergroom\/product\/team-challenge\/\">Tag, You\u2019re It: Team challenge<\/a><\/em>. Three-person teams must compete together to groom an overgrown dog to perfection! Team members must take turns grooming at 30 minute intervals\u2014no two groomers can work at the same time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Groom_Texas_%E2%80%93_Website\"><\/span>Groom Texas &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.txgroom.com\/\">Website<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Location: <\/strong>Houston, Texas<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>July 19-21, 2019<\/p>\n<p>Groom Texas is a grooming show scheduled within the Houston World Series of Dog Shows. You probably know the difference between a grooming show and a dog show. This event marries the two different spheres into one!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"All_American_Grooming_Show_%E2%80%93_Website\"><\/span>All American Grooming Show &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aagroom.com\/\">Website<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Location: <\/strong>Schaumburg, Illinois<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> August 8-11, 2019<\/p>\n<p>The All American Grooming show is the longest running pet show and the fourth largest grooming show in the world. If you\u2019re up for a creative challenge, the All American Grooming Show hosts nine different grooming competitions with monetary prizes up to $2000![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;8965&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SuperZoo_%E2%80%93_Website\"><\/span>SuperZoo &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/superzoo.org\/\">Website<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Las Vegas, Nevada<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> August 20-22, 2019<\/p>\n<p>More of a pet retail event, pet grooming salons and shop owners make note to attend SuperZoo every year. They take this opportunity to stock their shop with innovative products for demanding pet owners. QC Pet Studies graduate Casey Bechard made it a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2019\/01\/new-years-resolutions-for-my-dog-grooming-career\/\">New Year\u2019s resolution<\/a> to attend this show this year!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Groom_Expo_%E2%80%93_Website\"><\/span>Groom Expo &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.groomexpo.com\/\">Website<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Hershey, Pennsylvania<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> September 12-15, 2019<\/p>\n<p>With 5700 attendees in 2018, the Groom Expo is the world\u2019s largest dog grooming show. If there\u2019s one grooming show to attend this year, it\u2019s this one. Many groomers around the world close up shop to attend\u2014so what\u2019s the big deal with this show?<\/p>\n<p>Those just starting their career in dog grooming are welcomed just as warmly as the seasoned veterans. With several daily scheduled tours for first-time attendees, \u201cNewbie\u201d tours are the catalyst for many professional friendships!<\/p>\n<p>They also host the Groom of Thrones Ball \u2013 a wonderful night of fun and festivities highlighted by the awards given to Groom Olympics\u2019 tournament competitors. They also take this time to recognize outstanding groomers who are transforming the industry.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;8963&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Dog_Expos\"><\/span>Other Dog Expos<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Try as we might, we can\u2019t list every dog grooming show out there! If you think there are other shows worth mentioning, give us a shout!<\/p>\n<h3>Groom Expo West &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.groomexpowest.com\/\">Website<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Pasadena Convention Center<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> February 14-17, 2019<\/p>\n<h3>Northwest Grooming Show &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nwgroom.com\/\">Website<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Location: <\/strong>Tacoma, Washington<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>March 21-24, 2019<\/p>\n<h3>Pet Boarding &amp; Daycare Expo West &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petboardingexpowest.com\/\">Website<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Location: <\/strong>Burbank, California<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>April 29-May 2, 2019<\/p>\n<h3>PetQuest &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pqgroom.com\/\">Website<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Location: <\/strong>Wilmington, Ohio<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>June 20-23, 2019<\/p>\n<h3>Pet Boarding and Daycare Expo East &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petboardingexpo.com\/\">Website<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Location: <\/strong>Hershey, Pennsylvania<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date: <\/strong>November 11-14, 2019[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Small Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;accent-color&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][vc_column_text]Did we miss any noteworthy dog grooming conventions? 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