Breaking Workshop News!
NDGAA has teamed up with super styling in session
Join us for Super Styling In Session, a unique learning experience traveling across the country and now a
NCMG Workshop Qualifier!
Each of the tour stops will feature four live grooming demonstrations led by renowned industry experts, Sue Zecco and Jay Scruggs. With decades of grooming experience, Sue and Jay will share their tips, tricks, and techniques, giving you an unparalleled opportunity to learn from the best in the business.
NDGAA Members can now save 10% on their job listings!
The #1 Pet Grooming Job Board
Job listings from the top salons in pet grooming. Post jobs to our network of pet grooming professionals.
Are you looking to add another groomer to your salon? Check out GroomLink and find the qualified team members you need!
We’ve had so much demand for the NDGAA Rainbow artwork, we’re pleased to announce you can get yours today!
NDGAA Study Guide
The official NDGAA study guide is now available in the Barkleigh ProShop. This is the best resource to prepare for practical testing, and an excellent field guide for breed specific patterns.
About the NDGAA
The NDGAA was established in 1969, we are a professional membership association of persons engaged in the grooming and care of dogs for the promotion of excellence in professional standards. Our curriculum of activities includes registered membership, certified membership, educational workshops, certification testing, seminars and grooming competitions.
For over 52 years the association has worked with groomers throughout the world promoting and encouraging professionalism and education in order to upgrade the image of the pet grooming profession. Our goal is to unite groomers through membership, to promote communication with colleagues, to set recognized grooming standards and to offer those seeking a higher level of professional recognition the opportunity to have their grooming skills certified.
Workshop & Certification Program
The NDGAA Workshop & National Certified Master Groomer (NCMG) program was developed to offer all groomers the opportunity to participate in an innovative and educational workshop as well as provide a way that they may have their grooming skills evaluated and certified.