Promoting a higher standard of care, safety, & sanitation throughout Virginia grooming salons
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The Virginia Professional Pet Groomers Association
The VPPGA aims to enhance relations between pet care providers and consumers through continued lobbying and legislative support for the betterment of the pet grooming industry.
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Meet The VPPGA
established in 2022
The Virginia Professional Pet Groomers Association was established to serve groomers in the state of Virginia. We seek to connect groomers to create a higher standard of care, provide continuing education opportunities, and promote an overall sense of community among the groomers of Virginia. We welcome members of all stages in their grooming career. Our code of ethics and sanitation care expectations are to be held to the highest importance for our members as they are there to establish the expected standard of care.
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Membership Benefits
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All VPPGA members will receive a certificate of membership. This certificate acknowledges the groomers adherence to the VPPGA code of ethics, mission, and their dedication to continuing education.
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VPPGA members will receive membership rates to VPPGA events. This provides more opportunities to participate in events for the betterment of the Virginia grooming community.
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VPPGA members are encouraged to attend the annual groomers retreat. This provides networking opportunities and an annual event where all VPPGA members can convene.
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VPPGA members will be provided information about groomer advocacy opportunities. This will assist in assuring the grooming industry improves in Virginia and in the U.S.
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Networking creates stronger relationships in the Virginia grooming community. All VPPGA members will be provided several events and platforms to connect.
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