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Wag'n Tails Mobile Conversions 4th Annual "Mobile Grooming for a Cause" during "Adopt A Shelter Dog Month" October 2012

Most Shelter Pets Groomed Contest
1st Place Award $2000
2nd Place Award $1500
3rd Place Award $1000
4th Place Award $500

The contest portion of the 4th annual Mobile Grooming for a Cause event is only available to current Wag'n Tails owners.

Greetings and welcome to the 2012 Mobile Grooming for a Cause!

According to the ASPCA and the American Humane Association, animal shelters in our country take in between 5-7 million pets per year.

The really heartbreaking statistic however, is that of those 5-7 million pets, between 3 and 4 million of them are euthanized every year because they aren't adopted by a loving family!

Over the first three annual events, Wag'n Tails owners have groomed almost 3500 pets during our Mobile Grooming for a cause event! That is an amazing number and you should all be very proud of that accomplishment.

And since we have almost 1800 vans out there, if everyone just groomed 2 pets, we could double that in one year!

Groomers tend to be a giving bunch and that number--3500 pets groomed--tells us that the Wag'n Tails family is a group of very giving, extremely generous and caring groomers!

Due to all your efforts, the last 3 Octobers have been great for our furry friends in shelters all across North America. Thank you all!

October is nearly upon us and we are calling on all of you once again. We know the mobile grooming business very well and we appreciate how difficult it is for you to make the time to help those shelter pets. Hopefully, you'll find time for your local shelter and help get some of these souls adopted by into a warm, loving home.

As with every year so far, this event will coincide with National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month this October with the goal of providing shelter dogs with grooming to make them so adorable they'll get adopted.

Wag'n Tails will hold up our end of the Mobile Grooming for a Cause event too. We will heavily publicized Mobile Grooming for a Cause and Adopt a Dog Month in October. We are hitting all the major media outlets all over the country as well as smaller, more specialized pet industry media.

A professional groom by a skilled pet stylist like yourself will do much, much more to get one of these pets adopted than a quick bath by a volunteer. You and your high level of expertise are the keys to getting them a home!

We will email each of you that choose to participate a complete kit of instructions on how to get the attention of your local media outlets. This kit will include a fill-in-the-blank press release for you to send out!

Once the event is over, we'll send you the official, suitable for framing Certificate of Participation in Mobile Grooming for a Cause and the 2012 version of the Mobile Grooming for a Cause participation graphics for your van.

Many of the participants reported adoptions on those pets after they were groomed. The vast majority of the shelter pets they did were basic bath and brush grooms to boot so they didn't have to spend a lot of time sprucing them up. Please look at your schedule and get on board with us in this awesome event!

How to participate
It's easy; just send a reply to this email with your name and your company name. When you respond, we will send you an email with complete instructions and your press release kit for local media.

Once a week or after you groom at a shelter, send me an email, fax or call with the number of dogs you groomed at each shelter. If you're playing in the contest, include the shelter name, phone number and a contact person there. The contest will be on the honor system but we will verify the winner's grooms before we award prizes.
Contest Rules
**All current Wag'n Tails owners are eligible to participate
**Cats will count toward number of grooms
**Groom count can include bath and brush dogs
**Shelters include public and private entities that house adoptable pets
**All final grooms must be reported to Wag'n tails no later than November 5, 2012
**Winners will be announced after all counts have been submitted and verified

To help us manage this process, please let us know that you will participate by Monday, October 8, 2012. You can still participate if you respond later than that date and you can still be in on the contest too but it will help us out if you respond as soon as you can.

We also want to say that we know how busy each and every one of you are so if you can only groom just one shelter dog, it will make a difference.

If you have an empty slot in your schedule one day or if you have a cancellation or a little bit of spare time please try to groom a shelter dog. All we ask is that you do what you can to help.

Thank you in advance to the Wag'n Tails owners that will be participating and as always, we want you to know that we appreciate your business and the trust you place in us every day!
Sincerely,

John Stockman
Wag'n Tails Mobile Conversions, Inc.
800-513-0304
john@wagntails.com

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Mobile Grooming Book by Jodi Murphy

Jodi Murphy is recognized as one of our industry's leaders. She is a speaker, contest judge and demonstrator, traveling nationally and internationally sharing her knowledge and skills.

Jodi has given countless seminars on mobile grooming throughout the United States and has now put all her knowledge and experience in this most complete book "Mobile Pet Grooming". This book covers all aspects of starting and maintaining a successful business. Jodi will discuss everything from selecting the right vehicle to sharing tips which will improve your grooming skills.

Over the past 15 years, Jodi has started and successfully operated three mobile grooming businesses in three totally different sections of the US - the south, the mid-west and now the northeast. After just a few months of starting up each business, she was unable to take on new clients and has had long waiting lists, thus allowing her to pick and choose her clients.

You will "ride along" and learn from her experiences over the years - the good and bad - that have made her into the accomplished groomer she is today. The information contained in this book is priceless. If you are mobile, thinking of going mobile, or even a shop owner, this is the book for you. Don't go mobile without it!

Some of the topics discussed:
Power options
Advertising
Pricing your services
Routing and scheduling
Customer relations
Managing your clientele
Maintaining your vehicle
Grooming tips and techniques
Grooming styles for every season
Capitalizing on your clientele
Mobile vehicle tips
Expanding your mobile business
Grooming cats in a mobile unit by Danelle German, CFMG, CFCG and much more!

See www.jodimurhpy.net for more info.

Wag’n Tails Awarded Membership in the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Customer Assurance Program

Sprinter Vehicle Conversion Meets All of Mercedes-Benz Requirements for Approval on Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Chassis Modifications.

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC has granted Wag’n Tails Mobile Conversions admittance into the Sprinter Customer Assurance Program after an assessment of their engineering modifications to both Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter van chassis.

Wag’n Tails is the only grooming van manufacturer to be approved by Mercedes-Benz to convert their hot selling Sprinter chassis. Wag’n Tails received notification of the approval in a letter from Walther F. Bloch, Engineering Support Manager of Mercedes-Benz, USA.

Bloch wrote “Wag’n Tails Mobile Pet Conversions meets all of the requirements to be an approved member of the Sprinter Customer Assurance Program. We wish to thank Wag’n Tails and their personnel for the cooperation during the review”.
 
“We appreciate the interest that their personnel expressed toward improved product quality and in meeting the requirements to become an approved member” Bloch added.

Dennis Gnetz, Wag’n Tails President said “In line with our lofty principles such as our listing by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and all the other high level standards we hold ourselves to, Wag’n Tails went to considerable effort and expense to obtain Mercedes-Benz Engineering approval for our Endurance Sprinter grooming van. We are very proud of our engineering staff for a job well done”.

“We consider it mandatory to meet the highest standards--governmental or otherwise to demonstrate to Wag’n Tails owners and potential owners that we care about their safety and to deliver the highest product quality day in and day out. We are extremely excited to earn this rare distinction from Mercedes-Benz by meeting or exceeding the stringent and necessary guidelines they set forth” Gnetz concluded. See www.wagntails.com for more info.

New Hybrid Power Supply Option on Pet Pro Van and Pet Stylist Elite!

Significantly Reduces Fuel Use and Dramatically Increases Generator Life!

The inverter/generator system lets you maximize your fuel efficiency by selecting the power source that is needed for the task.

For example, there are 4 stages during the grooming process:

Stage One: Initial prep work (trimming nails, cleaning ears, doing pads, pattern work).
Stage Two: Bathing
Stage Three: Drying
Stage Four: Finishing Work

Out of all four stages the only time the generator is using fuel and adding hours is during stage three when a high velocity dryer is in use or when the air conditioner is used during warm summer months. These are the only appliances in a Wag'n Tails that aren't powered with the inverter because they require high amperage to operate.

Since the drying stage usually takes the most time, you'll have a generator powered, true high velocity dryer to be as efficient as possible. Time is money so why use an underpowered dryer and take longer to get the pet dry?

How It Works

The inverter simply changes 12 volt DC power from the batteries into 120 volt AC power so you can operate your lights, clippers and other appliances that plug into a wall socket.

This is the same tried and proven system we use in our famous Sprinter based Endurance grooming van.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will this new inverter/generator hybrid power supply benefit me?

1. Fuel Savings: The generator consumes about ½ to ¾ of a gallon of fuel per hour depending on the electrical load it has to carry. The inverter/generator hybrid will reduce the need for the generator by 50% or more depending on the A/C usage over the course of a year. The generator will use less fuel when it's running because it's supplying a lighter electrical load due to the other appliances being run off the inverter. Assuming a fuel savings of fifty percent translates into well over $10,000 saved during the course of a 5 year period at current fuel prices. All of this means the inverter/generator hybrid power system can fully pay for itself in about than 2 years on fuel saving alone!

2. Generator Maintenance Savings: Generators require routine maintenance. Every 150 hours for an oil change and every 450 hours for a tune up. Our average customer pays for an oil change every month and a tune-up every 3 to 4 months. The inverter/generator hybrid system significantly decreases the frequency of maintenance versus the traditional generator only system. This can cut your annual generator maintenance costs in half or more.

3. Increases generator life: If you are running the generator for half the time compared to a generator only system, it stands to reason that the life of your generator will double.

What is included with this optional hybrid system? The system includes the following items:

1. Xantrex 2000W Inverter--provides ample power when you need it.
2. (2) AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) Batteries--totally maintenance free and last for years.
3. Expert installation--by our qualified electrical technicians.

Who will benefit from this inverter/generator hybrid system?

If you live in a climate that doesn't require air conditioner usage twelve months out of the year, this system is for you. Why? Because A/C units require the higher amperage power supply produced by the generator to run. Essentially, the less frequent you use your air conditioner, the more benefit you will receive in savings from this hybrid system. For example, someone that lives in the Florida Keys or Phoenix and uses the A/C year-round will not realize the same savings as someone that lives in a more moderate climate and runs the A/C less.

Can this system be added to an older Wag'n Tails Elite or Pet Pro Van?

This is certainly possible but may be cost prohibitive. In order to add this system post production it would require new wiring for nearly all appliances and outlets. This would involve removing much of the existing conversion walls and equipment and installing the inverter and batteries. The parts and most importantly extensive labor hours require to retro fit an existing unit would double the cost of this option compared to a new Wag'n Tails Pet Pro Van or Pet Stylist Elite. This inverter/generator option is much more cost effective to add during the production process when the unit is being built.

Want to learn more? Call us and we'll be happy to give you all the details!

Dennis Gnetz or John Stockman
Wag'n Tails Mobile Conversions, Inc.
800-513-0304
dennis@wagntails.com  john@wagntails.com

Go Mobile and Succeed Seminar DVD

49 Essays on Pet Grooming - New Book
Paramus, New Jersey

Ellen Ehrlich of Royal Canine Mobile Grooming LLC is announcing two exciting new products available for pet groomers.

This new book and DVD is an educational experience for every shop, home, housecall, and mobile groomer from the newbie to the seasoned professional. Ellen’s observations and ideas coupled with her practical and comprehensive advice on running a mobile grooming business is accessible to everyone. Both are filled with real-life experiences, full of insights and lessons learned that would benefit any pet stylist.
Ellen shares many helpful details and true stories in her folksy, fun style that she is known for. Her obvious passion and enthusiasm for the grooming industry is clearly evident and contagious. Her goal is to help YOU realize your dreams so that you can succeed in the wonderful world of pet grooming.

For more information or to place an order: www.gomobileandsucceed.com.

Dina Perry's Comprehensive Mobile Grooming Seminar Now Being Delivered Live Via Web
Highly Sought After Seminar Now Divided Into 8 Segments To Allow Attendees To Choose Areas Of Interest

Granger, Indiana, December 13, 2010
Wag’n Tails Mobile Conversions, sponsor of Dina Perry’s Comprehensive Mobile Grooming Seminar decided to move it to a live webinar format to make it easier to get the information disseminated. The eight, two-hour long webinar series begins Monday, January 10, 2011 and concludes March 21, 2011.

“Many groomers want to attend Dina’s seminar but can’t get to us in Indiana or aren’t able during one of the trade shows” said Wag’n Tails Vice President, Chuck Perry. “The logical thing for us to do is to transform it into a series of live webcasts so that attendees can interact with Dina from their computers. Another plus is that attendees can select only the segments they are interested in. Mobile groomers provide convenience by going to the customer’s home so we felt it was only natural for Dina to do the same!” Perry added.

The webinar series is designed for anyone thinking about mobile grooming like new grooming school graduates, shop owners, business entrepreneurs and the veteran mobile groomer. It includes segments on the two most common areas where mistakes are made; routing & scheduling and pricing mobile grooming services.

“The live webinar series has broad appeal” said Dennis Gnetz, Wag’n Tails President. “We listened to the market and they told us what they needed. We were very happy to oblige them--we’re pretty famous for that. Because it’s live, questions can be asked and answered during the webcast as opposed to a DVD type format that allows no interaction” Gnetz concluded.

For all the details including schedule, segment descriptions and pricing, visit http://www.wagntails.com/webinar/ 

Dina Perry
Wag'n Tails Mobile Conversions
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Dina Perry     Jodi Murphy     Ellen Ehrlich

Guest: Dina Perry, Wag'n Tails Mobile Conversions

Founder, Dina Perry, has been in the grooming industry for over 30 years and has 1000's of hours working in mobile grooming units. She added mobile grooming in 1975 to her five salons. Since then Dina has expanded with a fleet of up to 20 vans serving a three county area. This high level of experience is evident in the design and construction of all Wag'n Tails units, including the company's new state-of-the-art mobile grooming trailers. Only the best will do. Dina was awarded "Groomer of the Century" by the professional pet grooming industry. Whether you are in sunny, humid Florida or cool, northern Michigan, Wag'n Tails mobile grooming conversion vans are built to take it. Need training? Dina founded one of the USA's very few federally accredited grooming schools, The Michigan School of Canine Cosmetology, in Lansing, Michigan. She is very active in the pet industry as a grooming competitor, judge and speaker at contests all over the USA. In 1994 and 1995, Dina was the coordinator for Groom Team USA and has never missed a European competition as coordinator, competitor or supporter. She has placed in competitions abroad, as well as in the USA. She now sits on the board of directors for Groom Team USA. Dina's son Dennis Gnetz has also spent many years in the grooming industry, operating the family's pet dryer company through his college years to help finance his education. He graduated with a marketing degree from Michigan State University. After college he worked for a fortune 500 Corporation consulting small businesses. His marketing background has proved invaluable in helping many groomers hit the ground running with their mobile grooming businesses. Wag'n Tails Mobile Conversions has sold over 300 units to independent groomers across the country, providing a wealth of knowledge from years of experience. Wag'n Tails provides marketing materials and business planning guidelines to insure the success of their customers. "Grooming is my career. It's my life's ambition to make our trade one with respect and profitability." -Dina Perry
"The Mobile Grooming Industry"

Guest: Jodi Murphy, Jodi Murphy DVDs

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Jodi Murphy is a two-time Master Pet Stylist, a NCMG (National Certified Master Groomer) through the National Dog Groomers Association of America as well as MPS Meritus (Master Pet Stylist Meritus) through the International Society of Canine Cosmetology. She is a multiple Best All Around and Best In Show competitor. These titles allow Jodi to certify groomers to their master pet stylist status throughout the USA. She was a GroomTeam USA team member for four years and ranked within the top four pet stylist of the United States. Here are some highlights:

2002: Jodi held the number one position on GroomTeam USA.
2005: Jodi won Best American Groomer at Intergroom. She earned gold and bronze medals in Barcelona, Spain with GroomTeam USA.
2006: Jodi won Best American Groomer at Intergroom. She attained the World Grand Champion title in the Oster Invitational Tournament of Champions among 42 top groomers from around the world.
2007: Jodi won a gold medal in Milan, Italy with GroomTeam USA.

Thereafter Jodi turned to education and began sharing her knowledge and experience. She was also "passing the torch" to upcoming competitors. In 2007 she expanded her educational endeavors publishing a line of instructional and mobile operations DVDs. In 2008-9 she continued to expand the available library of DVDs. According to Jodi, "I am a National Grooming Consultant for the Andis Clipper Company. I am also a speaker and contest judge traveling nationally and internationally educating groomers here and abroad. I love to educate groomers throughout the world. I hold private workshops and training sessions to local groomers who want to perfect their skills." She is the owner/operator of The Puppy Spa Mobile Grooming in New Jersey. She was also an industry guest speaker and led Mobile Grooming Success seminars.
"Achieving Success in Mobile Grooming"

Guest: Ellen Ehrlich,  Go Mobile and Succeed

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Ellen Ehrlich is the author of Go Mobile And Succeed and 49 Essays On Pet Grooming and the creator of Go Mobile And Succeed – The Seminar DVD. She has appeared on Animal Planet as a guest mobile groomer, writes a popular blog on PetGroomer.com called Go Mobile And Succeed and is a Certified Feline Master Groomer. Ellen is also certified in CPR and Canine/Feline First Aid through Pet Tech. Ellen is a freelance writer, the winner of the essay contest Driven To Groom, an industry speaker, and was on the Honor Roll for a Cardinal Crystal Award for Journalist of the Year in 2010. In 2011, Ellen was nominated for two Barkleigh Awards – Up And Coming Speaker and Blogger Of The Year. She was also nominated for A Crystal Award for Mobile Groomer Of The Year. Ellen’s endless amount of passion and enthusiasm motivates her to explore and take advantage of new opportunities in the grooming industry.

In 1975 Mobile Grooming was in its infancy. About the only way to “Go Mobile” was to design and build a unit yourself. That’s exactly what we did and we’ve been building them every since! With over 32 years of mobile grooming experience we are true pioneers in the mobile pet grooming industry. Over the years we have watched as this segment of Pet Grooming has grown extremely popular. The basic mobile shops of yester-year have been replaced with a trend toward fancy and exorbitantly expensive mobile salons. Our economy-minded philosophy has always been to keep your overhead low so that more profits belong to the business owner. There should be no need to spend ten upon tens of thousands of dollars to have a modern, efficient, comfortable and classy looking unit. Click here.

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