Master Professional Creative Groomer (MPCG)
The First. The Best. The Standard.
Creative grooming isn’t just about making pets look stunning; it’s about doing it safely, responsibly, and with real expertise.
The ugly truth: too many groomers are using dangerous, toxic products without understanding the risks.
“In 2009, the IAPEG became the first organization to introduce a science-based creative certification program. Why? Because I saw the industry making mistakes that put pets at risk. IAPEG sets the real standard.”
Creative grooming should never come at the cost of pet safety.
Creative Grooming Is More Than Just Color & Trophies
Being a Professional Creative Groomer is about more than winning competitions or giving pets a flashy new look. Before you ever apply color, you need to understand the science.
What YOU Need To Know:
✔ Skin & Coat Anatomy – Because applying products without understanding the skin? That’s a disaster waiting to happen.
✔ How Products Interact with the Coat – Not all products are safe. Know the difference before you cause harm.
✔ Safe vs. Dangerous Coloring Products – Some products should never be used—we’ll show you why.
✔ Protocols & Best Practices – Even safe products require proper use. Pets have been seriously injured, and some have even died from improper application.
Ready to Prove You’re a Master?
This is where real creative professionals are made. If you’re ready to set the standard, step up and get certified.
Have you actually been trained to use the chemicals in those so-called 'pet-safe' dyes?
If not, you have no business using them, because ‘safe’ doesn’t mean foolproof, and ignorance isn’t an excuse.
Topics Covered in the MPCG Program:
✔ Canine/Feline Skin Anatomy
✔ Canine/Feline Coat Physiology
✔ Coat Pathology
✔ Proper Categorization of Products
✔ Safe Coloring Products & Application
✔ Products to Avoid
✔ Achieving Patterns & Designs