Announcement for Groomers

36th SKC Grooming Certification

Date: 19 September 2025 (Friday)
Venue: Macpherson Community Club

400 Paya Lebar Way, Singapore 379131

Judges: Category 1 to Category 4 (Level A/B/C) - Ms. Ching-Wen Chen (Taiwan)

Category 5 (Level A/B/C) - Ms. Diana Kow (Singapore)

Click here for registration form.

Closing date: 15 August 2025 (Friday) before 6pm

Note:

1) In the event that the model dog becomes unavailable due to illness and the groomer is unable to secure a replacement at the last minute, resulting in a need to withdraw from the examination, the groomer must submit a formal withdrawal request along with supporting documentation. Entry fees will only be considered for carry forward if the withdrawal is supported by:

a. A valid medical certificate from a licensed medical doctor if the groomer is unwell; or

b. A veterinary letter from a registered veterinarian stating that the model dog is unfit for use due to natural illness or common sickness.

If the veterinary letter does not clearly state that the model dog is unfit for use due to a natural illness or common sickness, the entry fee may be forfeited. However, any certificate fee paid will be refunded upon request or may be carried forward to the next examination. Any fees carried forward must be utilized by the next examination; otherwise, fees will be refunded accordingly thereafter.

2) Should there be a need to change the model dog, please inform at least one week prior to the exam date. This advance notice is essential to allow adequate time for preparation and to ensure a fair and transparent certification process.

3) For Level C - Category 3 (Poodle)

Those using dummy can pre-shave their dummy and time allocated will be 1hr 45mins.

Those using live model dogs will be given 2 hours and no pre-shave allow (except sanitary area).

Entry Fee: $150 (COMPULSORY for all classes)

a. No entries allowed after closing date.

b. Candidates are advised to be familiar with the FCI GROOMING RULES & REGULATIONS.

c. Grooming Certificate Fees:-

Level A - $380

Level B - $280

Level C - $180

Forms that are not properly filled out or lack the necessary information will be rejected.

Entries submitted will be considered void if entry fees are not received within 48hours.

Entries will be confirmed upon payment received. All Level C candidates must purchase the grooming manual from

SKC Appointed Grooming Establishments or SKC office.

GROOMING SCHEDULE (subject to changes) :

*NOTE: All candidates are required to check in no later than 10:45 AM.

Please be aware that entry will be denied if you arrive after this time.

10.45am Check in & preparation

11.00am Report to ring
11.15am Judges introduction and models checking
11.45am Competition/Certification commences
12.45pm Break (10mins - for dogs to rest/toilet break, no consultation, use of electronic devices/scissors/combs or coaching in any form is permitted)
12.55pm Competition/Certification resumes
1.40pm Models checking (For breeds under 1hr 45mins)
1.55pm Models checking (For breeds under 2hrs)
2.25pm Models checking (For breeds under 2.5hrs)
2.45pm Tabulate points
3.15pm Announcement for winners
3.45pm Photo taking with judge till end

FCI Grooming R&R

With effect 1 November 2024

W.E.F March 2020, It is the responsibility of groomers to upkeep their SKC membership if they wish to pursue their grooming certification further. Should any groomer(s) failed to renew their membership before the membership expires, membership shall be terminated & SKC reserves the right to null their grooming certification results. If groomer(s) wish to take the SKC grooming certification again, they must re-apply for membership and retake practical examination for the level/category that they were last certified.