Why attend Fall Fest? from Missi Salzberg

1.    I am the emcee. Sue Pratt’s the pit boss!  ‘Nuf said.
2.    Educational seminars. (featuring Joey Villani, Kathy Rose, Julie Pantages, Angela Kumpe, Sue Zecco & more!)
3.    It’s leaf-peepin’ time in New England!
4.    NEPGP and Barkleigh are teaming up to bring you a stellar show!
5.    Great deals from over 30 vendors!
6.    Raffles and giveaways!
7.    Gifts of Love silent auction!
8.    New England’s special memorial awards!
9.    New England is the biggest little show in the industry!
10.    Groom Team points!

Yes!  #10 is Groom Team points!  Fall Fest is Groom Team sanctioned, so while the heavy hitters are hittin’ Barcelona, you can be racking up some points toward your own Groom Team Dream!!!  Register TODAY!

http://www.newenglandgrooms.com/registrations.html

Go Team USA!

Dot McDermott “Celebration of Life” held at FallFest 10/11/13

One of the New England Pet Grooming Professionals Board members and Secretary, Dot McDermott passed recently.

We are honoring her life in a Celebration of Life on the 6th floor Friday evening, October 11th, 2013 at the Crowne Plaza. Please stop by, have a snack and listen or share a story. Thanks to Chris Hrycenko and Sue Pratt for their preparation.

FallFest Schedule now on Barkleigh link

Hi!

For FallFest info via Barkleigh.com homesite- try:  http://www.barkleigh.com/calendar_of_events.asp

or: www.newenglandgrooms.com

to link for Registration info, Seminars, Vendor info, Competition—everything you need!

For FallFest info Oct. 10-13th at the Crowne Plaza, Warwick, RI 02886

We are anxious to see the FallFest Catalog too

We have had quite a few emails regarding the FallFest  Catalog including list of Seminars, Vendors attending, Competition times, deadlines etc. and Barkleigh.com is handling that part of our show.  Please be patient–we hope to see something maybe this week!  Thank you for your patience.  Fall Fest -Oct.10-13th at the Crowne Plaza, Warwick, RI 02886.  Phone:  401-732-6000 for direct Reservations…Code:  NEP for best rates

TopDog Contest Deadline ended.

WOW—what a lot of nice letters we received from your clients for the TopDog award in October.

The Committee will read, review and decide of the three finalists.  Our President, Toni Coppola will contact the final three and one of you will be TopDog and 2 Runner Ups.  Please thank your clients for taking the time to write about how YOU take such good care of their precious pets.

NEPGP Hotel Code for Crowne Plaza FallFest

For those booking at hotel room at the Crowne Plaza for FallFest Oct 10-13th weekend, the direct line for the hotel is:  401-732-6000 and the Code is:  NEP

Address: 801 Greenwich Av, Warwick, RI 02886

Dorothy McDermott (Dottie) funeral and her dogs

Our NEPGP family has lost one near and dear to us.  Dot McDermott  has been on our Board and served as our Secretary and worked her heart out at our shows wherever needed.  You may remember her checking your badge before entering a seminar.  We will have our own Memorial Service at the Fall Fest  Friday, Oct 11th, 2013.

For those of you who have been asking about the funeral arrangements for Dorothy McDermott, nothing has been set up yet. It may just be a graveside service for family. Will let you know as soon as we have the info.    Her four dogs are in foster care with a friend until we can get them up to date with their medical needs, then they will go to their new homes, and yes they have all been spoken for.

For those of you that would like to honor Dottie we have made arrangements with WINDHOVER Veterinary Clinic,944A  Main St.,Walpole,MA,02081  for their care. You can make checks payable to W.V.C. ,and put McDermott dogs fund in the memo line.Put ATT:Joan on the bottom,front of the envelope.      THANK YOU in advance for your kindness, Dottie would be sooo appreciative knowing her babies were being helped.

Professional Groomer needed

It’s A Dog’s Life is looking for a professional groomer. It is a full time position.We are located in Sharon ,Ma.. Phone#781-784-7750 or Email jrileyidl1@verizon.net.

Update on Jerry Schinberg’s progress after surgery

this is from Jerry’s wife, Sally 7/18/13…thanks to all who have kept Jerry and Sally in your thoughts and prayers:

“Sally here. I am writing on the tablet that Jerry’s bathhouse buddies gave him prior to surgery. Yesterday’s ICU nurse gave me a crash course. . . very helpful. Dr. Bilimoria, our wonderful surgeon, was in today and was quite impressed with Jerry’s progress. He attributes that partly to Jerry’s many previous surgeries and subsequent high tolerance level for pain (a mixed blessing), but also to his attitude. He is working very hard and doing whatever he can to hasten his recovery. Besides sitting in a chair and starting a new book, which not surprisingly is dog related, he went walking twice today with the aid of a walker. The first time the physical therapist provided support with a heavy white belt around his waist (think “webbed lead”); the second time the nurse went with him untethered. Also, his blood pressure seems to be holding in the normal range. We are quite pleased with the staff here at NCH. All the nurses and technicians are friendly, caring, efficient and responsive–enough so that Jerry is sending me home tonight so I can get some sleep. Another nice thing about this place is the airing on the intercom of a music box rendition of Brahm’s lullaby each time a baby is born; it’s really sweet.

Please keep Jerry Schinberg in your thoughts & prayers

It has come to our attention that Jerry Shinberg, the founder of the All American Grooming Show in Chicago needs our positive thoughts and prayers especially as July 16th approaches.  .

You may send wishes directly to Jerry at :  Visit:
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jerryschinberg
Site Name: jerryschinberg
THANKS!!!