Dog Grooming Shows & Expos
Whitman’s manufactures and exports high-quality pet grooming products to many countries worldwide and also attends trade shows and speaking events for three reasons:
▪️ To see the newest product trends and latest technologies in the industry
▪️ To get feedback from current and future customers on what they like and don’t like about our products
▪️ To get glean insights from other pet industry professionals about what we should be doing better.
Every year, we attend 50-60 professional dog grooming shows and events. Find out where we’ll be come see us!
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Fun in the Sun
October 12, 2023 - October 15, 2023
NDGAA’s Fun in the Sun Trade Show & Grooming competition is Florida’s largest grooming show, welcoming hundreds of pet professionals every October. With 75+ vendors, 2 days of speakers and exciting grooming competition this is a weekend you won’t want to miss. Anyone involved in the pet care industry is invited to attend.
- ALL DAY EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR ON FRIDAY
- GROOM TEAM SANCTIONED COMPETITION WITH CASH AND TROPHIES IN 3 DIVISIONS
- 2 DAYS OF LECTURES & DEMONSTRATIONS BY INDUSTRY LEADERS
- GROOMING INDUSTRY VENDORS PRESENT FOR THE 2-DAY TRADE SHOW 75+ EXHIBITS
- ARTERO SPONSORED CAREER START COMPETITION
- NDGAA ACCREDITED MINI-WORKSHOP & CERTIFICATION TESTING IN THE RING & PRIVATE
- EVENING ACTIVITIES WILL BE CONDUCTED FOR FUN & RELAXATION
- PLUS, MUCH MORE…
MEMBERS enjoy free trade show admittance & discounts! Make sure you Pre-register early for DISCOUNTED admission & lecture packages!
Location:
The Wyndham Orlando Resort is an idyllic tropical paradise in the heart of the world’s most popular vacation destination. Guests enjoy lush gardens and romantic lagoons beside a city of adventure while staying at this resort. Located on International Drive, the resort is near shopping, restaurants, and attractions. Guests will find it easy to access the best the area has to offer with complimentary shuttle service to and from Universal Studios and Sea World theme parks. The pet-friendly resort provides many family-friendly services and amenities including two heated swimming pools, a jogging path, fitness center and game room. Guests will sleep peacefully in a secluded, two-story Floridian-style villa at Wyndham Orlando Resort. The resort offers 600 guest rooms and suites, featuring deluxe accommodations.
Wyndam Orlando Resort
8001 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 351-2420
Room Rate… $135 +12.5% Tax
Room Cut-off Date is October 4th, 2021 (Non-refundable $50 pet fee)
NOTE: Only dogs used for competition, certification or demos are permitted in the ballroom, however the hotel is pet friendly. Service animals are permitted.
Dog Grooming Shows & Expos – Whitmans
Whitman’s Sharpening proudly maintains a busy schedule attending many professional dog grooming competitions as well as AKC shows across the country throughout the year.
Dog Grooming Competitions and Expositions
We encourage groomers as well as others in the pet care industry to come out and take part in continuing their grooming education. From the west coast to the east coast, there is a show near you. Consider attending any of the following Barkleigh events: Northwest Grooming Show, New England Grooming Show, the All American Grooming Show as well as many others. Each one offers an opportunity for learning, shopping, and meeting others in your profession at the convention center while checking out different areas of the US.
Get Certifications at a Groom Expo Near You!
Attending a trade show offers the opportunity to learn about new products, take advantage of sales ads, and attend seminars for honing your craft in the pet care industry. Groomers also have the opportunity to enter a competition, proving their skills against other top-ranking groomers.
The Whitman’s Experience
Come see Whitmans in our booth at the grooming show nearest you for show specials, learning opportunities, and blade sharpening services.
You will also have the opportunity to ask top-ranking industry groomers about the products they use while they are helping at the trade show between competitions.
AKC Dog Shows
Top handlers are not the ones who should attend dog shows. Dog groomers and pet professionals from all niches in the field can learn more about their industry by exploring what the life of dogs used for competition looks like.
Many of these shows take place at a convention center or other pet-friendly facility. There are even opportunities for pet dogs to join the show. To learn more about these competitions and to get show info visit infodog.com and AKC.com.
Please note that only dogs entered in the show may be on the grounds and must be vaccinated according to the US department of agriculture. Service animals are permitted.