Wisconsin Professional Groomers Association/WAPPS

03/24/2026

March issue of the CE Journal

03/10/2026

Are there any members here who might be interested in the WAPPS/WPGA hosting a day session for our state’s groomers & stylists?

11/20/2025

Holiday Groomers Meet Up update!

I know there’s a lot going on right now with finances and everything going on with the government, so I definitely don’t want to pressure anyone or prioritize not accordingly.

But if someone wants to reach out to me to let me know they will volunteer to host a grooming potluck style dinner and get together for 30 to 40 groomers give or take, please let me know.

If that’s not within our capabilities, that’s totally fine!
At that rate, I will look at just setting a reservation somewhere in the Waukesha area after Christmas, and we’ll go that route instead.

A lot of us are busy right now with holiday rush, and I’m having a hard time getting a venue nailed down that I can rely on- so I can get an announcement made and people can plan accordingly.
Groomers typically schedule far out in advance so I understand everyone wants a heads up asap.
Thank you!!

11/01/2025

Ladies and gents, is anyone here interested in doing a holiday get together for all of us January after the rush?
In holidays past I have been really short on time, and we did a very basic dinner…. (Thank you for your help last time at Great Dane, Brenda- that was me dropping the baton & you picked it up in true leadership fashion!🧡)
I would love to plan a day, or at least an afternoon, where we could eat and maybe have a casual Groomer support class of some type- and I really love what they offer here in the Maryland group where professional heads shots are also offered.
I don’t know, just spit balling here-

09/05/2025

Some of you may already know about the amazing continued education opportunities through CAN, but did you know that one of their founders is also a CCE!?
Jessica Marie Miklasz is hosting The Mindful Groomer series of video courses on their site!

Direct access here, but please float around the site and see what just might be your next passion to learn about!!

https://academy.companionanimalnetwork.com/product/the-mindful-groomer-course/

07/28/2025

WAPPS/WPGA members!
There will be a meet and greet at Super Zoo, so if you are out there, please try and join up with the WAGA group!

06/29/2025

A real neat-O convO between two 🔬Sciencey Señoritas 💃🏼 about skin & coat care & sussing out skin struggles!
Listen here⬇️
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-groompod/id964006445?i=1000713086484

📅Remember to sace the date!

💌 You’re invited to join Barbara Bird (Barbara Bird) & myself on July 6th starting at 7AM PST for a day packed with sciencey information, truly useful education & meaningful self-investment of developing your knowledge base so that you can do more with your skill set!

Registration for this full day summit includes access to an our private FB support group, open access to the RECORDED classes after tge live event ends, access to additional learning materials at a discounted rate, and a printable digital enrichment certificate!

Register Here:

https://www.thegroompod.com/new-products/p/think-about-it-with-barbara-bird-and-chris-sertzel

05/31/2025

10/02/2024

10/02/2024

At Precision Sharp, we care deeply about our grooming community. In the wake of the recent hurricane, we want to lend a helping hand to those affected. 🫶🏻

If your shears or clipper blades have been damaged, send them our way, and we’ll refurbish them for FREE! Additionally, if you've lost your grooming tools, we’re here to support you with replacement blades and shears.

Together, we can help you get back on your feet and keep you grooming! Please reach out to us for details.