Seminar Theory of Bathing with Live Demo

Date: Sunday, July 262026     Sunday: 10 am-3pm    In-Person at Groomerverse

The bathing process  is the foundation of creating a fantastic style . Bathing is not just a bath.  Its about how products and their application connects the skin and coat health, how to dry to create the best style and proper brushing to comfortably eliminate tangles and light matting or shedding.

On-going scientific research and professional pet groomers’ case study experiences have revolutionized the Pet Grooming Industry by differentiating the approach to the veterinarian defined pet coat lengths (short, medium and long) and understanding the optimal products and ingredients needed to keep the skin and coat nourished and in good shape, ultimately benefiting the long-term health of the pet.

In this class you learn the theory of bathing from start to finish. This comprehensive seminar is about the skin and coat connections.  How to bath more safely, more efficiently and have the coat looking incredible; ultimately providing the perfect canvas for a great style.  Note We will NOT be discussing client interaction. Safety and Handling is touched on but NOT the main focus.  We want you to enhance your bathing. Lunch is not included so bring snacks and drink.  We want to maximize your time for learning.

Highlights

• Safe Handling from tub to table.
• Overview of skin anatomy.
  
• Determining ideal shampoo or conditioner per coat length and situation.
• Reviewing/learning the bathing process in the tub.
• Discussing brushing techniques
• Reviewing/learning drying techniques (high velocity vs cage vs finish drying)
• Live demo of bathing and drying.  This includes learning the finishing dryer technique.

About the Instructors

Lisa (MPAe, MGBS, ICMGCAH, PGC, FFC, PTI) is an award-winning competitor, Master Pet Aesthetician, Master Groomer Behavior Specialist, IPG International Certified Master Groomer, educator, and has served as a Veterinary Technician with 30+ years of experience working in veterinary emergency services, professional grooming, and teaching CPR/first aid. She is also the author of the Nominated Barkleigh Honors 2025 New Book of the Year, Pet Health & Safety Guide. Lisa is a speaker at the All American Grooming Show.

Find out More Information with Lisa at:

Alpha Dog Education

The Knowledgeable Pet Owner Pod Cast

Hollus Gessler is a successful pet boutique and grooming salon owner with over 30 years’ experience with animals and business. Hollus began working at a large advertising agency in New York City after graduating from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana. She later decided to switch careers into an animal related venture and gained experience working as a hospital administrator with training as a veterinarian technician at the Chicago Veterinarian Emergency Center where she worked under Jerry Klein, currently the lead veterinarian for AKC.    

Ultimately Hollus combined both her backgrounds. She opened her first pet retail location in Chicago in 2005, followed by a second location in 2011 which included grooming. To better understand grooming, she attended a grooming academy and apprenticed under a standard poodle breeder/show exhibitor/2nd Gen Professional Groomer. She now is the lead Groomer at her salon.