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Groomers around the world inspire us. Their passion for pets and business consistently set the bar for the industry, which is why we'll be featuring stories from VIGs - very important groomers - like you. This month's spotlight features Ginnie Potts of Wylie, Texas. GC: Tell us your grooming story. GP: Growing up, my family always had dogs. I remember sitting in the backyard with our Gre …

Groomers around the world inspire us. Their passion for pets and business consistently set the bar for the industry, which is why we'll be featuring stories from VIGs - very important groomers - like you. This month's spotlight features Nick Petravich from Chicago, Illinois. GC: Tell us your grooming story. NP: After being a bather for a year and a half at both a corporate salon and …

Originally published March 6, 2023 As featured in the Groomer's Choice VIG Magazine: Vol 1, Ed 1, Spring 2023“Believe in the me, that believes in you.” I say this frequently in my seminars and in the salon I co-own with Corina Stammworthy – The Laundromutt. It resonates with me because many groomers, including myself, say “I can't do what they do, because…” *Insert endless reasons here.* But …

Originally published October 24, 2022 Hi guys! I'm Marci Wanta, owner of Wiggle Waggle Pet Care in Verona, Wisconsin. This year, I competed in entry level competitions at various grooming trade shows across the country. Here's my top takeaways for anyone considering entering their first grooming competition. Photo courtesy of Animal Photography1: Do your prep work well.Your prep wor …