A new competition called ‘Groom-Off Sunday’ has been launched at PATS Sandown, offeingr 16 budding groomers the opportunity to win some fantastic prizes.

Groom-Off Sunday, run in association with expert Mathew Spry and The Welsh Grooming Academy, is aimed at novice groomers or those just starting out in grooming competitions.

The competition was run in two independent sessions on the opening day of PATS Sandown (Sunday 9th February) and the judges focussed on style, balance, sympathy and technicalities.

With a hamper of prizes from top companies HOWND and Aeolus and a trophy for the two group winners, Groom-Off Sunday has become a successful addition to the show.

There is also a full programme of talks and more grooming demonstrations scheduled for the second day of PATS Sandown.

With an increasing number of pet retailers introducing grooming salons into their stores, the PATS programme of talks and demos will provide invaluable insights into this side of the business.

The demonstrations will highlight the knowledge and expertise required to complete traditional grooming techniques successfully as well as showing off a few modern and creative ideas. 

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