1. Chat Room, Mobile Access & Read eGroomer Journal Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Alternative ways to interact in GroomerTALK and Free eGroomer Journal.

    1. iPhone, Droid etc Access to GroomerTALK

      Stay active on the road!

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    2. Chat Room at GroomerTALK

      For registered members of GroomerTALK Message Board.

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    3. GroomerTALK Radio & Ask A Pro Conference Calls

      Your chance to ask a pro questions on your phone, or listen to radio show archive.

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    4. Free eGroomer Journal - Online and Print

      Subscribe free, write an article, how to get printed copies.

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  2. GroomerTALK Welcome Threads / Posts  Last Post

    GroomerTALK by PetGroomer.com. Since 1997.

    1. Board Help Headquarters & Contest Archive

      Besides the FAQ link above, check here.

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  3. TALK Forums Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Anything grooming that doesn't fit in the other categories.

    1. General TALK

      Grooming topics that don't fit other forums. If not about grooming, consider the Off Topic TALK forum.

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    2. Post Pictures of Your Favorite Groom of the Day

      Share your favorite groomers here anytime.

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    3. Mobile Groomer TALK

      Everything mobile!

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    4. eGroomer Articles Archive TALK

      eGroomer Journal articles archived for download and discussion at GroomerTALK.

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    5. Home-based GroomerTALK

      Stay home and run your business.

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    6. In Pet Owners' Homes (Housecall) GroomerTALK

      Grooming inside pet owner homes.

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    7. Classified Ads TALK: Used Mobiles & Biz 4 Sale

      Easy links to the listings in the PetGroomer.com Classifieds.

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    8. New Member Introductions

      Please introduce yourself here.

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    9. Groomer Apparel & Masks TALK

      Fashion for groomers & masks.

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    10. GroomWise BlogTALK & GroomerTALK Radio TALK

      Updates on GroomWise.com and bloggers, and GroomerTALK Radio

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    11. Grooming Books, DVDs Streaming & Magazines TALK

      Build your professional grooming library and streaming video access!

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    12. Grooming Supplies TALK

      Bows, bandannas, cologne, color, shampoo, conditioners, powders, oils, dental, ear & eye products, flea & tick, loops, nail caps & polish, organizers and positioning products.

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    13. Members Facing Life Challenges & Gone But Not Forgotten

      Requests for keeping members facing life challenge in our thoughts, and tributes to members now past.

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    14. Grooming Tools TALK

      Scissors, clippers, blades, snap-ons, clipper care, combs, rakes, deshedding, & strip knives.

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    15. Grooming Equipment TALK

      Bathing systems, cages, dryers, clipper vacs, tables, tubs, workstations etc.

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    16. Career Seeker TALK

      Before you commit to grooming ask questions.

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    17. Schools, Home Study and Certification TALK

      Which educational format and certification is for you?

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    18. Groomer Software & Forms TALK

      Computerize and organize your business!

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    19. Vocational Licensing of Pet Groomers TALK

      Archive of past legislative attempts, and talk about new ones on the rise.

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    20. Cat Grooming TALK

      Understatement: Grooming cats is not the same as dogs.

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    21. Boarding / Daycare with Grooming TALK

      Pet boarding and daycare services with grooming available.

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    22. Resources Industry Directory & Articles

      What's new in Resources Industry Directory at GroomerTALK.

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    23. Grooming Time Survey Polls

      How long does it take you to groom a ....

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    24. Retail & Add-on Services TALK

      What sells? How to sell? Boost income!

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    25. State-by-State GroomerTALK

      Meet groomers in your state here; discuss local and state issues.

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    26. Sharpening & Repair TALK

      Ask here.

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    27. New Product & Services Press Release TALK

      Announcements of New Products & Services by Grooming Industry Vendors

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    28. Building Design TALK

      Interior & exterior design issues.

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    29. Advertising & Pricing TALK

      Get the most from advertising. Never share actual grooming fees here!

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    30. PetGroomer.com Survey TALK

      The world's largest groomer surveys!

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    31. Canada GroomerTALK

      Special PetGroomer.com features for Canadians.

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      • Threads: 135
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    32. Australia GroomerTALK

      Special PetGroomer.com features for Australians.

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    33. UK GroomerTALK

      Special PetGroomer.com features for UK groomers.

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    34. Off Topic TALK

      Avoid controversy. For example, no politics and religion. Courtesy still applies.

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  4. Events Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Major trade show events to gatherings of board members.

    1. Grooming & Pet Industry Events

      Events for groomers.

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    2. Member Meetings & Gatherings

      Meet other members of GroomerTALK.

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    3. Grooming Competitions

      Competing in the art of grooming.

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  5. Techniques Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Grooming basics, mixed breed grooming and breed standard grooming.

    1. AKC Breed Standard Grooming

      When there are standards to be met.

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    2. Non-AKC Breed Standard Grooming

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    3. Mixed Breed Styling

      Dealing with a myriad of options.

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    4. Scissor & Shear Techniques

      The art of grooming.

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    5. Dematting, Carding & Deshedding

      Techniques in both with an emphasis on safety.

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    6. Hand Stripping

      A rare art of styling.

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    7. Creative Coloring & Styling

      Share pix and methods to color and style creatively.

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    8. Reverse Clipping

      Sometimes doing things in reverse is a good thing.

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    9. Wet Clipping

      Learn more about wet clipping.

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    10. Cording

      The art of cording on breeds like the Puli.

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    11. Ears, Nails, Sanitary & Anal

      Techniques and hints.

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      • Threads: 69
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    12. Holistic Pet Grooming

      What is it? What are the benefits? Who's doing it?

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    13. "Japanese" Styling

      Head turning styles.

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    14. Fault Styling

      Tips to turn lemons to lemonade in styling.

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    15. Pet Handling and Safety

      Handle wisely to save energy and improve safety.

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    16. Livestock & Exotic Grooming

      Horses, rabbits, ferrets, oh my.

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  6. Specialty Forums Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Our favorite specifc topic forums.

    1. Pet Memorial

      Share the grief of your loss with friends.

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    2. Associations for Groomers

      NDGAA, ISCC, IPG and similar.

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      • Threads: 62
      • Posts: 473

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    3. Jobs, Employment, Independent Contractor vs Employee

      Employment opportunities and IC issues.

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      • Threads: 247
      • Posts: 2,867

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    4. Groomer Safety & Health

      Improving safety in grooming.

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      • Threads: 204
      • Posts: 2,758

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    5. Pet Health Conditions and Concerns

      Observation and vet care referrals.

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    6. Groomer Biggest Losers Weight Loss

      Encouragement to lose weight and boost health in 2009.

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    7. Groomer Giggles

      Maintaining a light heart.

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      • Threads: 450
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    8. Compare Products & Services

      Closed, now in TALK category above.

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  7. Business Side of Grooming Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Discussions related to self-employment as a grooming business owner.

    1. Sources for Business Education

      The other side of grooming education.

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    2. Business Startup FAQ

      Start and operate a business.

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    3. Opening a Grooming School

      Training tomorrow's groomers.

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    4. Franchise Opportunities

      A proven route into self employment.

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    5. Affiliate & Distributorship Opportunities

      Boost your business income with add-on sales.

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    6. Writing a Business Plan & Funding

      Help is here.

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    7. Insurance for Groomers

      Learn more here.

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      • Threads: 23
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    8. Finance 101 for Groomers

      Sales and expense forecasts, bookkeeping and taxes.

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      • Threads: 51
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    9. Client Relations

      2 customers for every client, the pet and its owner.

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      • Threads: 203
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    10. Commercial Shop and Salon Business

      Businesses in commercial locations.

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      • Threads: 133
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    11. Mobile Grooming Business

      The business side of mobile.

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      • Threads: 79
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    12. Grooming Depts. in Pet Businesses

      Vets, boutiques, retailers, daycare and boarding.

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      • Threads: 47
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    13. Self-Serve Pet Wash Business

      How do you operate one?

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      • Threads: 35
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  8. Photo Galleries Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Share your photos here in the appropriate forum.

    1. Check Out My Groom Pictures!

      Show us your best! Ask for help.

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      • Threads: 962
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    2. Competition Photo Gallery

      Photos from major grooming competitions.

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      • Threads: 7
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    3. Before & After Gallery

      Share your B & A photos.

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      • Threads: 584
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    4. My Mobile Gallery

      Share your mobile van, trailer or truck.

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      • Threads: 43
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    5. My Best Friend Pictures

      Share pictures of your best friend.

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      • Threads: 418
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    6. My Shop Gallery

      Share your business pictures.

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      • Threads: 94
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  9. Newswire Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Pet grooming and pets in the major media.

    1. Articles on Groomers and Businesses

      Have you heard?

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    2. Articles About Pets & Pet People

      Share them here.

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  10. Random Acts of Kindness Threads / Posts  Last Post

    1. Random Act of Kindness

      Share them here. People and/or pets.

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  11. Pet Owner Questions Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Our members answer your questions.

    1. Post Questions Here Pet Owners

      Q&A for pet owners.

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  12. Concierge: Access PG.com Features Without Leaving Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Help wanted, new and used mobile, business for sale, shopping lists and much more just a click away.

    1. Click to Access PG.com Features Here

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