{"id":202,"date":"2026-02-01T19:53:38","date_gmt":"2026-02-01T19:53:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pnwgroomingconference.com\/?page_id=202"},"modified":"2026-02-07T21:32:02","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T21:32:02","slug":"what","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/pnwgroomingconference.com\/?page_id=202","title":{"rendered":"What"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Check-in is on Saturday, April 11th anytime after 4 pm. \u00a0Registration packets will be available at the Spruce Meeting Room.<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Sunday, April 12th<\/span><\/h4>

7:00am- Singing Bowl Meditation to start the day<\/span><\/h4>

7:30am- Breakfast\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>

8am- Noon- Morning Session Mental Health, Burnout, and the Art of Emotional Regulation with Melissa Jepson<\/span><\/h4>

Noon- Lunch<\/span><\/h4>

1pm-5pm Afternoon Session An Afternoon Of Color with Erin Huland<\/span><\/h4>

7Pm- Dinner<\/span><\/h4>

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Monday, April 13th<\/span><\/h4>

7:00am- Singing Bowl Meditation to start the day<\/span><\/h4>

7:30am- Breakfast\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>

8am- Noon- Morning Session Holistic Grooming System with Mary Oquendo<\/span><\/h4>

Noon- Lunch<\/span><\/h4>

1pm-5pm Afternoon Session From Groomer to Owner: Are You Ready for What\u2019s Next? with Denise Heroux<\/span><\/h4>

7Pm- Dinner<\/span><\/h4>

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Mental Health, Burnout, And The Art Of Emotional Regulation with Melissa Jepson<\/span><\/h2><\/div>
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Grooming can be fast-paced, unpredictable, and overwhelming even on a good day. Staying calm amid barking dogs, tight schedules, and high client expectations isn\u2019t always easy. While we\u2019re often told to \u201cleave our problems at the door,\u201d that\u2019s not always realistic. So what happens when emotions follow us into the salon?<\/div><\/div>
In this session, Melissa will guide you through practical, real-time coping strategies to help you regulate your emotions and stay grounded-including and especially when everything around you feels chaotic. You\u2019ll learn how to process stress as it happens and build emotional resilience that supports you not only in your daily grooming routine, but throughout your life.<\/div><\/div>
This class is tailored to the unique challenges groomers face and covers effective coping mechanisms, self-care tips, support for moments when things feel hopeless, and more!<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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An Afternoon Of Color With Erin Huland<\/span><\/h2>


Four \u00a0Workshops<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>

1. Color Theory And How It Applies To Creative Grooming.<\/strong><\/div>
This session will explain what color theory is, why it is important to creative grooming, and how to apply the theory when working with color on your clients pets.<\/div><\/div>
2. How To Price And Market Your Creative Grooms\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>
If you are stumped on how to price and advertise your creative grooming designs, then this is the perfect class for you! Erin will explain how to determine your price to charge based on your time, skill level, and products used and then how you can market yourself and\/or your salon!<\/div><\/div>
3. Coat Carving<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div>
This class will show attendees what tools and techniques they will need to achieve a coat carving in the salon\/mobile\/house call situation on most coats.<\/div><\/div>
4.Airbrushing<\/strong><\/div>
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Holistic Pet Grooming System with Mary Oquendo<\/span><\/h2>

The Holistic Pet Grooming System Workshop introduces a whole-business approach to grooming that centers on balance, intention, and sustainability. Participants will explore five interconnected layers\u2014pets, clients, staff, environment, and the business itself\u2014supported by the pillars of mind, body, and joy. Through practical examples and systems-based strategies, this workshop empowers pet professionals to reduce stress, prevent burnout, and build a grooming practice that works in harmony with both people and pets.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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From Groomer To Owner: Are You Ready For What\u2019s Next? with Denise Heroux<\/span><\/h2>
Designed for groomers who are feeling the pull to branch out\u2014and owners questioning their current direction\u2014this intimate experience blends honest reflection with practical guidance. Whether you\u2019re exploring ownership for the first time or reassessing the business you already run, this session is about clarity before commitment.<\/div><\/div>
We\u2019ll walk through the real steps of setting up a grooming business, including:<\/div><\/div>
Evaluating readiness and defining your why<\/div><\/div>
Understanding the foundational requirements of ownership (structure, legal, financial, and operational basics)<\/div><\/div>
Creating boundaries, policies, and systems that support sustainable growth<\/div><\/div>
Developing leadership and communication skills that protect both your team and your peace<\/div><\/div>
Recognizing when it\u2019s time to move forward\u2014and when it\u2019s smarter to pause and realign<\/div><\/div>
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