The Diamex Master Groomer competition will officially begin on Saturday 24 April 2027 at 9:00 (pre-judging at 8:00). Whether you’re a rising star or a seasoned expert, come and showcase your skills at this exceptional competition.
⚠️ Important: The full competition rules can be found click here. It is essential that you read this carefully before confirming your registration!
Asian Style
Do you have it under control? art Asian-inspired styles with their original, accessorised cuts? Sign up for this creative challenge.
Timings:
Small or medium-sized dog: 2:00
Large dog: 2:30
Rules:
The competitor must create an artistic, creative, and exuberant Asian-style groom, with particular emphasis on demonstrating excellent scissoring skills.
This category is not intended for commercial grooming. Instead, it encourages a personal interpretation of Asian style, with original silhouettes, volumes, and shapes, while maintaining a harmonious and cohesive overall result.
Accessories such as bows, ribbons, decorated collars, clothing, and other ornamental elements are permitted and strongly encouraged. However, they must be added during the competition and remain visible at all times.
The competitor may participate with a dog of their choice, whether purebred or mixed-breed, and regardless of its size.
Colouring and painting are prohibited in accordance with Belgian legislation.
Beginner
Are you new to the world of dog shows and have less than two years’ experience in grooming? Then this category is for you! Come and showcase the full extent of your budding talent and gain some experience.
Timing:
All breeds: 2:30
Rules:
A competitor is considered a beginner if they have less than two years of experience. Dog shows count as experience.
A competitor may participate as a beginner in several competitions over a period of 12 months, even if they win. In their second year, the competitor must move up to the Intermediate category, even if they have not won in the Beginner category.
Once a competitor moves up to the Intermediate category following a win in the Beginner category, they will no longer be permitted to compete as a beginner.
The competitor must participate with a purebred dog, adhering to the breed standard and applying the appropriate techniques.
For the applicable techniques and rules, please refer to the “General Grooming Rules” section of the category correspon ding to the breed of the dog presented.
Handstripping
Designed for those with a passion for coarse hair, this competition will showcase your technique and precision when it comes to hair removal.
Timings without a mower:
Small or medium-sized dog: 2:30
Large dog: 3 hours
Timings when using a trimmer:
Small dog: 2:00
Medium-sized dog: 2 hours 15 minutes
Large dog: 2:30
Rules:
Stripping knives are allowed.
Dog needs to be groomed according to the breed standard.
Colored Chalk powder/block/spray and cream is allowed.
It is not allowed to use clippers except:
• Scottish Terrier: Chest, head and ears
• West Highland Terrier: Chest and ears
• Schnauzer:Chest, head, inside of the hind legs and ear
Ready to take on the challenge?
Select your category from the options above, enter your details and click on " Add to basket", then go to your basket to complete your registration.
