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    Alternative ways to interact in GroomerTALK.
    		 
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    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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    GroomerTALK by PetGroomer.com. Since 1997.
    		 
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    1. Board Help Headquarters & Contest Archive

      Besides the FAQ link above, check here.

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    Anything grooming that doesn't fit in the other categories.
    		 
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    1. 4th Annual Double K Rags to Riches Photo Contest

      Win thousands in cash and product. USA/Canada & Intl Division.

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    2. Grooming Time Survey Polls

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

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

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

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    4. General TALK

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

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    5. Mobile Groomer TALK

      Everything mobile!

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    6. Home-based GroomerTALK

      Stay home and run your business.

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      • Threads: 199
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    7. In Pet Owners' Homes (Housecall) GroomerTALK

      Grooming inside pet owner homes.

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    8. 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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    9. New Member Introductions

      Please introduce yourself here.

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    10. Groomer Apparel & Masks TALK

      Fashion for groomers & masks.

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    11. GroomWise BlogTALK & GroomerTALK Radio TALK

      Updates on GroomWise.com and bloggers, and GroomerTALK Radio

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    12. Grooming Books, DVDs & Magazines TALK

      Build your professional grooming library!

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    13. 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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      • Threads: 1,529
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    14. Grooming Tools TALK

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

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      • Threads: 1,700
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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, Certification & Vocational Licensing TALK

      Which education and certification is for you?

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    18. Groomer Software & Forms TALK

      Computerize and organize your business!

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    19. Cat Grooming TALK

      Understatement: Grooming cats is not the same as dogs.

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    20. State-by-State GroomerTALK

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

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      • Threads: 603
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    21. Resources Industry Directory & Articles

      What's new in Resources Industry Directory at GroomerTALK.

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    22. Retail & Add-on Services TALK

      What sells? How to sell? Boost income!

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    23. Sharpening & Repair TALK

      Ask here.

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    24. New Product & Services Press Release TALK

      Announcements of New Products & Services by Grooming Industry Vendors

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    25. Building Design TALK

      Interior & exterior design issues.

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    26. Advertising & Pricing TALK

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

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      • Threads: 315
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    27. PetGroomer.com Survey TALK

      The world's largest groomer surveys!

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    28. Canada GroomerTALK

      Special PetGroomer.com features for Canadians.

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      • Threads: 116
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    29. Australia GroomerTALK

      Special PetGroomer.com features for Australians.

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      • Threads: 28
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    30. UK GroomerTALK

      Special PetGroomer.com features for UK groomers.

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      • Threads: 14
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    31. Off Topic TALK

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

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    Major trade show events to gatherings of board members.
    		 
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    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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    Help wanted, new and used mobile, business for sale, shopping lists and much more just a click away.
    		 
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    Grooming basics, mixed breed grooming and breed standard grooming.
    		 
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    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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    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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    Our favorite specifc topic forums.
    		 
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    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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    3. Jobs, Employment, Independent Contractor vs Employee

      Employment opportunities and IC issues.

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    4. Groomer Safety & Health

      Improving safety in grooming.

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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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    8. Compare Products & Services

      Closed, now in TALK category above.

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    Discussions related to self-employment as a grooming business owner.
    		 
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    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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    8. Finance 101 for Groomers

      Sales and expense forecasts, bookkeeping and taxes.

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    9. Client Relations

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

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    10. Commercial Shop and Salon Business

      Businesses in commercial locations.

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    11. Mobile Grooming Business

      The business side of mobile.

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    12. Grooming Depts. in Pet Businesses

      Vets, boutiques, retailers, daycare and boarding.

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    13. Self-Serve Pet Wash Business

      How do you operate one?

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    Share your photos here in the appropriate forum.
    		 
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    1. Check Out My Groom Pictures!

      Show us your best! Ask for help.

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    2. Before & After Gallery

      Share your B & A photos.

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    3. My Mobile Gallery

      Share your mobile van, trailer or truck.

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    4. My Best Friend Pictures

      Share pictures of your best friend.

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    5. My Shop Gallery

      Share your business pictures.

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    Pet grooming and pets in the major media.
    		 
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    1. Random Act of Kindness

      Share them here. People and/or pets.

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    Our members answer your questions.
    		 
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    1. Post Questions Here Pet Owners

      Q&A for pet owners.

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