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National Dog Groomers
Association of
America, Inc.
Registered Membership
Introduction & Application
If you've been thinking about joining a
professional organization, we invite you to join the
2,600 individuals who comprise this growing association.
There is no better time than right now to take advantage of
the many exciting membership benefits offered.
JOIN ONLINE AT --- WWW.NDGAA.COM
P.O. Box 101, Clark, PA 16113 724-962-2711 ph info@ndgaa.com
Thank you for your expressed interest in the National Dog Groomers Association of America. We offer a two tier
membership program, registered and certified. The information within this brochure will familiarize you with Registered
Membership and benefits. The NDGAA was established in 1969, we are a professional membership association of persons
engaged in the grooming and care of dogs for the promotion of excellence in professional standards. Our curriculum of ac-
tivities include educational workshops and certification testing, conduction of meetings, seminars and grooming competitions.
For over 50 years the association has worked with groomers throughout the world promoting and encouraging pro-
fessionalism and education in order to upgrade the image of the pet grooming profession. Our goal is to unite groomers
through membership, to promote communication with colleagues, to set recognized grooming standards and to offer those
seeking a higher level of professional recognition the opportunity to have their grooming skills certified.
We are always adding NEW Membership Benefits
• The Professional Liability program was made available to members in 1987. This plan insures you against claims
resulting from the performance of your professional services. NDGAA was fundamental in establishing, pro-
moting & endorsing this program.
• Continuing educational workshop and Certification testing were launched in 1988. Our educational programs
are an important addition to the pet grooming industry. With 20+ workshop/testing sites conducted annually,
NDGAA boasts the busiest and most impressive schedule of activities than any other organization.
• The first edition of the Official NDGAA Membership Directory was printed in 1990. With nearly 2,600 names
and addresses of Registered and Certified members this directory is a great tool for recommending members
for your relocating clients, enables you to communicate with other members and serves as an aid in policing
advertising infringement in your area. The NDGAA Membership Directory is printed biannually.
• We began the process of federally registering two of our well recognized and long used service marks in 1991,
the dog/striped pole logo and the National Certified Master Groomer® phrase. Registration of these marks
will provide the legal leverage to enforce our rights and stop unauthorized use of the logo and NCMG phrase.
In this way we can ensure that our symbol & certification signify the highest quality grooming services available
and that these high standards are maintained for the future of the profession. Registration of these marks was
granted in 1993.
• 1995 -- Hertz member benefit program added. NDGAA members receive a Hertz Member Discount Card.
• Added benefits in 1999 include an Electronic Credit Service for accepting Credit Cards and a Mobile Groomers
Insurance Plan for members nationwide which includes coverage for vehicle downtime!
• Added in 2002! The Center for Financial, Legal & Tax Planning. Let the experts help you find answers to your
financial, legal and tax problems when you need it!
• A New Major Medical program was made available to members in 2005. This program offers health and dis-
ability insurance, home health care/long term care and life insurance. The company also offers retirement plans
and legal services plans.
• 2009 --Online Groomer Locator-- Clients will be able to find you! (We will supply you access code).
• 2011 -- Auto & Home Insurance DISCOUNTED Pricing for MEMBERS! (All you need is Membership# for Discount).
• 2012 -- UNA Prescription Card offering DISCOUNTED Pricing for MEMBERS!
• 2013 -- Office Depot Discount Card offering DISCOUNTED Pricing for MEMBERS!
• 2018 -- Aflac Program including... Accident, Critical Care & Cancer protection plans
• 2018 -- NEW! Dental & Vision plans for members! - starts at only $12 month individual/$16 family
Your Registered Membership
Package will contain:
Registered Member certificate & Code of Ethics
Embossed with gold foil, designed for framing
Window decal with NDGAA logo, tells clients
you belong to a professional organization
(special Mobile decal available)
Registered Member bumper sticker
Advertise your membership wherever you travel
(special Mobile sticker available)
3 issues of the "Groomers Voice", Stay informed
of upcoming events, new benefits, etc.
Membership status card w/expiration date
Carry it for recognition of your membership
Information on Professional Liability
No shop should be without this protection
Information on Major Medical/Disability Ins.
Vision & prescription discount program
The Center for Financial, Legal & Tax Planning
Learn more about tax aspects of business
CPR chart for dogs, 11" x 14" poster board,
A must for anyone who loves animals
Dental plans for members, Discounted dental
plans for you and your family
Standard poodle clip chart, 11" x 17" A great
visual tool for groomers and clients
Hotel Discount rate cards. Save $$ at different
properties nationwide
Registered Member Lapel Pin, Add a professional
look to your grooming apparel
Hertz Car Rental Program! Save on Rentals
Office Depot Discount Card
Save on all of your Office Depot purchases
Workshop & Certification Program Guidelines
Begin the certification journey with NDGAA
NDGAA Job Placement program. Looking
for a job or an employee? Try our program! Questions?
N.D.G.A.A., Inc.
Membership Directory order form - All Registered
& Certified members at your fingertips
Electronic Credit Service - Accept Credit Cards
plus much more
P . O. Box 101, Clark, PA 16113
Phone (724) 962-2711
Ad Specs flyer - Order your shirts, aprons, smocks
9:00 to 5:00 - Eastern Standard Time
NDGAA Logo Sheet Use our Trademarked Logo
in all of your advertising.
Fax - (724) 962-1919
www.ndgaa.com
Groomer Locator Instruction Sheet - Help clients email address: info@ndgaa.com
find your business online.
The worlds oldest & largest organization
Discount Flyer for your Auto & Home Insurance
Members can save $100's per year for the Professional Pet Groomer
Aflac and NDGAA Team UP for our members... Like us on facebook for membership updates...
Accident, Critical Care & Cancer Protection "National Dog Groomers Association of America"
NDGAA Ink Pen & Key Chain
Like us on facebook for Fun in the Sun updates..."Fun in the Sun"
National Dog
Groomers
Association of
America, Inc.
1969 - 2019
Serving the Groomers
professional Groomers Voice
Seminar, Official
pet groomer Trade Show
Workshop & publication
since 1969 & of NDGAA
www.ndgaa.com Certification Competition As a member you
Online Renewals, Program Fun in the Sun Trade will receive 3 issues of
the "Groomers Voice".
Show, Seminar and
Workshop, Testing In 1988 the association de- Grooming Competition
Each issue contains
& Trade Show membership information
veloped a continuing educa- is held every October in and updates, upcoming
Registration Plus tional workshop program with
Orlando, Florida shows & contests,
certification testing optional.
More... All groomers have the op-
industry news, grooming
*Exhibitors products/services ads,
portunity to participate in an
Pay Registered & *Keynote Speakers certification updates,
innovative and educational
Certified Membership Fee’s *Breed Demo's informative industry
workshop as well as provide
*Workshop articles plus much, much
a forum in order that they may
Sign up New Members *Certification Testing more!
have their grooming skills
evaluated and certified. *Grooming Competition
Preregister for upcoming Members are encour-
*Cash and Trophies
NDGAA Trade Shows aged to submit articles,
Revised in 2017 with new *Evening Activities ideas, suggestions and
illustrations breed profile *Much, much more!!
Preregister for Workshops & may place business card
guidelines available (spiral Members are encouraged
Certification Testing size ads at no charge.
bound) in Non-Sporting, to attend this sensational The newsletter is sent
Sporting & Terrier groups
Purchase NDGAA Breed event planned exclusively to members only and
(14 breeds in all) are
Profile Study Kits for Professional is intended to inform,
$45.00 and include a study
Pet Groomers. educate and serve as an
guide sheet with sample
See Upcoming Workshops exchange of information
questions & NCMG study
& Test Sites Members enjoy within the organization.
material to help prepare
you for the written exami- discounted admission
PLUS MUCH MORE!!
nations. fees when pre-registered.
APPLICATION FOR Office Use Only
REGISTERED MEMBERSHIP
# DD
NATIONAL DOG GROOMERS MOP
ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA, INC.
DRec.
P.O. Box 101, Clark, PA 16113
Established 1969 - Please Print Clearly
PERSONAL
Name ________________________________________________________ Home Phone_________________
Home Address _____________________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip ________________________________________________________ Date of Birth ___/____/____
BUSINESS Mail will be sent to business address unless otherwise requested.
Business Name Bus. Phone
Address
City/State/Zip
Email address: _________________________________________ Web Site____________________________
Position - Owner[ ] Co-Owner[ ] Employee[ ] Mobile [ ] How Long? __________________
BACKGROUND List a brief history of years grooming, graduated from, apprenticed under, special accomplishments, etc.
This application must be accompanied with a $95 Registered Membership fee.
Please send $95.00 check/money order ( Canadian checks/money orders please send $101.00 in US funds) to:
National Dog Groomers Association of America, Inc., P.O. Box 101, Clark PA 16113
Phone (724) 962-2711, Fax # (724) 962-1919. Email - info@ndgaa.com
Membership dues are $40 per year -- Please allow 4 weeks processing time.
I am paying by Check [ ] Mastercard[ ] Visa[ ] American Express[ ] Discover[ ]
[ ] - Also send me the 40 page spiral bound NDGAA Breed Profile Guidelines $45
Credit Card Number _______________________________________________________________Sec.Code________
Name on Card ________________________________________________________ Expiration Date__________
CC Billing Address ___________________________________________________________Zip_________________
Thank you for choosing the NDGAA. The applicant must ascribe to our "Code of Ethics". Please allow 4 weeks for processing your
Registered Membership. Membership is non-transferrable and subject to revocation. The information given on this application is true and
correct to the best of my knowledge.
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