Welcome to the National Agency of Pet Grooming Schools

Canada's Official Governing Body for Pet Groomers

The National Agency of Pet Grooming Schools Inc. (NAPGS) was established in 1998 to promote the highest standards of grooming skills. The NAPGS ensures that professional standards of instruction are met through written assessment of each student on completion of their course work and the NAPGS simplifies complaint procedures. The NAPGS provides extensive training materials to teaching facilities and schools to improve your delivery of teaching grooming skills.

The National Agency of Pet Grooming Schools is an independent organization that maintains strict control of its membership process. Any Professional Groomer may apply to be a member of the NAPGS and any Teaching Facility/School is welcome to obtain membership with the NAPGS. Membership with NAPGS will give your school maximum exposure through our website and affiliated mediums. Once a member, your school will be listed prominently with all other members and you may proudly display your official association with the NAPGS.

Members of the NAPGS adhere to the NAPGS code of conduct. The NAPGS strives to:

  • Introduce a professional standard of instruction
  • Improve standards and quality at Training Centers
  • Promote a better understanding between students and tutors
  • Promote high standards of grooming skills and responsible attitudes
  • Promotion of written assessments to each student on the completion of the course
  • Simplify complaints procedures

Please take a look at our site. You may fill out an application form online or contact us with any questions that you may have.