ADMINISTRATIVE

To standardize competition, the participating shows have adopted these rules, as written by the United Showmanagers Alliance, to apply to their three-tier, multi-level GroomTeam Sanctioned competitions.

Each show also offers its own Addendum that contains special class rules, information applicable to that specific show, and a Competitor Entry Form. You must contact individual Show Managers for a copy of their Addendum, or a copy may be downloaded.

Participating Show Managers will adhere to the rules as written; however, any rules, regulations, and/or procedures that may be subject to interpretation will be adjudicated by the respective Show Manager, Contest Manager, and/or Contest Coordinator.

Competitors and/or participating Show Managers who would like to request a rule addition or change should submit those suggestions, in writing, for review by the copyright owners; i.e., Martin Gerald Schinberg and Ann N. Stafford. A “Board Review Request” form may be submitted online or be downloaded.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the United Showmanagers Alliance is to improve pet styling competitions through standardization. The goal is to promote high standards of pet styling and to advance the education of pet stylists and pet owners. Judges will only award placements to entries that are groomed to AKC breed profile (applicable to Terrier, Sporting, Non-Sporting, and All Other Purebred classes), with no major styling faults.

GROOMTEAM USA SANCTIONED CONTEST

Competition at participating shows has been sanctioned by GroomTeam USA, Inc. This non-profit organization encourages professional pet stylists to maximize their grooming education and skills, and offers them the opportunity to earn points by competing in sanctioned contests held throughout the USA within each designated two year period. Top point earners have the honor of being ranked as the top ten Competitors in the country. Depending on the number of Competitors allowed by the host country, the topranking GroomTeam Competitors may have the privilege of representing the USA in World Team Competition. For more information, visit their web site at www.groomteamusa.com or visit their booth at the shows.