Events

From south east.

In to waterford, then to Carrick On Suir, take the r696 up to the N76 and turn right. Pass through village of nine mile house and take next right signposted Mullinahone. 2 miles on, factory Type buildings on left, Mullinahone co-op.

From south.

In to Clonmel, then take n76 Kilkenny road, continue on to Ninemile House , directions as above. From North/East.St

First option

Take main Dublin/Cork road N8 to Urlingford, as you leave Village of Urlingford sign post for Mullinahone , turn right, Follow signposts for 13 mls into Mullinahone, take Clonmel Road, out ½ mile factory type buildings on right, Mullinahone co-op.

Second option

Take N9 to Carlow, on to Kilkenny, take N76 Callan/Clonmel Road. On to Callan, just after Callan by-pass sign post for Mullinahone turn right for 5 miles in to Mullinahone, take Clonmel road, out ½ mile factory type buildings on right, Mullinahone co-op.

Grooming Hands-on workshop

Venue - Mullinahone Co-Op,
Mullinahone, Co Tipperary

Start 9.30 sharp - finish at 4pm.
Tea/ Coffee & Sandwiches included

We are hosting a groomers workshop and you are invited to bring along a dog and receive expert guidance on how to bring out the best for your customers. If you want help with trimming then please bring the dog fully prepared { ie. No knots and freshly washed dried and hygiene areas attended to }. On the other hand if you want advice on brushing-out or de-matting bring along a suitable dog {pre bath rather then excessively soiled please !! That’s polite for no cow poo ! }

What Dogs to bring ??

‘Regular’ salon dogs
Brushing out
Tidy ups
Clipping coats
Handstrips
City and Guilds exam dogs
Matted coats
Scissoring breeds
Cross breeds
Difficult Heads
Bring your own grooming equipment including table, cages etc… nothing will be provided on the day

Please Call Mary Toland for advice if unsure regarding choosing a dog or prepping the dog for the day 01 4932792

# Limited Doggie places please book early #

You may attend without a dog but why waste such an opportunity to learn more about exactly what YOU want to know

Attendee’s with dogs for workshop €10 {must be pre-registered}
“Dogless” Member attendee’s €25
“Dogless” Non-Member attendee’s €40

Send Details & Fee’s to Suzanne O’Sullivan, 8 Terenure Road West, Terenure, D.6.W phone 01 4924631
Cheq’s / postal orders made payable to IPDGA please
You can also pay through paypal through the link on the ‘Events’ page

“Dogless” attendee’s can also pay on the door

Note : You must be pre-registered by 26th Feb to receive certificate

Directions can be found on the events page on www.ipdga.com
GPS co-ordinates - LAT 52O29.948N / LON 007O30.407W

The I.P.D.G.A. will be holding their AGM after the seminar at 4.30pm

All members welcome to attend

When using PayPal make sure to add the name you want on the certificate by clicking on the link ” Add special instructions to the seller” on PayPal payment page.

“Dogless Members” - €25

“Dogless” non-members - €40

Members with dogs - €10

Sponsors

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Venue “Roadstone Social Club” – {west side of Dublin}

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We look forward to welcoming our judges Colin Taylor & Heidi Anderton. Both highly regarded within the International Grooming World. These Championships are open to all groomers.
This year we are very excited to have again “Oster Career Start” class and to launch our new creative styling class.
Also in attendance our Professional Photographer for a special memento off your dog’s big day out.

Classes

Saturday 10th October

Class 1 Scissored – dogs to have a suggested 8 weeks growth. Dogs to be on the table ready for pre-competition inspection at 8.30 am Class starts at 9.00 am
Class 2 Handstrip- dogs to have a suggested 12 weeks growth Dogs to be on the table ready for pre-competition inspection at 1.00 pm Class starts at 1.30 pm

Sunday 11th October

Class 3 Clipped – dogs to have a suggested 8 weeks growth. Dogs to be on the table ready for pre-competition inspection at 8.30 am Class starts at 9.00 am
Class 4 Novice - dogs to have a suggested 8 weeks growth. Dogs can clipped, scissored or handstripped. Dogs to be on the table ready for pre-competition inspection at 8.30 am Class starts at 9.00 am
Class 5 “Oster Career Start” - Sponsored by Oster. Open to new groomers Dogs to be on the table ready for pre-competition inspection at12.30pm Class starts at 1.00 pm
Class 6 “Creative Styling” - Sponsored by Heidi Anderton of Absolutely Animals Open to all groomers Dogs to be on the table ready for pre-competition inspection at12.30pm Class starts at 1.00 pm

Competition Rules/Guidelines

• You are required to provide and prepare a suitable dog within the time frame laid out.
• Unnatural colouring of dogs is only permitted in Creative Styling class
• Time limits for all 6 classes are 2 hours for dogs up to 18 inches. Dogs over 18 inches and any handstrip are allowed 2 and ½ hours.
• Competitors must supply and are responsible for all their own equipment - including tables, clippers, blades etc.
• You are responsible for any dog you bring along this includes a cage where required and cleaning up any mess made by your dog in or in the surrounds of the competition building. A separate cage area is provided for your dogs comfort please use it.
• Dogs presented for all classes should be freshly washed {Note: handstrip class only if required} & dried and totally tangle free
• Pre competition trimming allowed extends only to groin/hygiene area and under pads
• Ears, nails and anal glands and dematting should be attended to as part of the pre competition preparation before you reach the venue/
• Remember the amount of coat growth is suggested as a guideline prior to competition, this can differ with the individual dog - some dogs may need more time then the guidelines and some less. You want to have enough coat to be able to work with and show your skills.
• The results of Classes 1 & 2 will be announced on Saturday
• The results of Classes 3, 4, 5 & 6 ,“Individual Dog” Trophy and Overall Irish Groomer of the Year , Best International and Best in Show will be announced on Sunday after all judging has been completed.
• Judges decision will be final- marks are given for preparation, taking note of whether the dog is clean and well presented with nails and ears done prior to entering the competition. Neat & tidy clipping lines will carry good marks as will good technique and finish with scissoring and hand stripping. The suitability of the trim for the dog will be taken into account. Balance and shape are also very important.
• Individual Dog Trophy” is open to competitors who just compete in one of the classes 1-3 ; open or champion section.
• To be eligible for the International Trophy will must live & work outside “ the island of Ireland”
• Our International competitors are to be awarded separate 1st - 3rd placings within the Clipped, Scissored and Handstrip classes. A “Best International” will then be decided.
• “Best in Show” will be decided between “Best International” and “Irish Groomer of the Year”
• No casual Competition entries accepted on the day.
• If you have any queries about class eligibility or any of the above guideline please contact us asap to help resolve your questions. info@ipdga.com or Jenny 353- 1- 6274025
• Generous prizes are supplied by our class sponsors { updated as confirmed on website } along with rosettes and trophies for the winners to keep supplied by the Association. Some of the class winners are presented with a perpetual Trophy, which is to be returned prior to the following year’s competition