About an IJA Certified Member

Personality
Professional, honest, and respectful to all other members involved in the organization
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Communication Skills
Communicates well with others.

Experience
Skilled in the art of dog bathing, grooming and styling, and also in the kind and gentle handling of all dogs.


Breed Knowledge
Well versed in national and international breed standards. Strong knowledge of breed profiles and conformation, as demonstrated in grooming.


Compassion
Demonstrates caring, concerned interaction with people and dogs.


Patience
Ability to demonstrate patience with the dogs and people.


Enthusiasm
Experiences pure joy in the act of dog bathing, grooming and styling.