Barkleigh Jan 2027
January 03, 2027 - January 10, 2027
Royal Caribbean International:
Enchantment Of The Seas
7 Nights Western Caribbean
The Barkleigh Pet Pro Cruise is a one-of-a-kind event blending education, networking, and vacation — all in one unforgettable experience at sea. For over 30 years, pet professionals have connected one-on-one with top industry speakers, built lasting relationships, and enjoyed a fun, inclusive community. It’s a business write-off, a team-building adventure. Learn, grow, and relax — all aboard!
To preserve the full experience and access to exclusive perks, all cruise and seminar bookings must be made through our official group. This ensures you receive all event benefits, group access, and correct pricing. Outside bookings will not include seminar access and may be subject to a $100 administrative fee.
WHAT'S INCLUDED ON ROYAL CARIBBEAN?
ITINERARY
ITINERARY
Per Person Pricing
(Based on double occupancy)
| 3B | Spacious Ocean View Balcony | $1011 |
| 4N | Ocean View | $623 |
| 4V | Interior | $551 |
DEPOSIT
REQUIREMENTS
CRUISE DEPOSIT
*Deposit $250, per person
Reservations made after Oct 1, 2025 need to be paid in full at time of booking.
BARKLEIGH PET PRO FEE*
For guests attending the Barkleigh's Pet Pro Programing an additional fee of $200 per person**.
*non-refundable registration fee & cruise deposit
** to attend the Barkleigh Seminars at Sea you MUST book your cabin in our group. If you book independently you will not be allowed access to the onboard events associated with this group.
Meet Your Speakers
Sue is a Certified Master Groomer, she has been grooming for close to 50 years, starting her former business, the Pampered Pet in Paxton, Massachusetts in 1977. She began grooming competitions in 1985 and has won gold, silver and bronze medals at Intergroom, multiple Best in Show, Best all around Groomer, Best scissored dog, Best Groomed Poodle, and her biggest show, accomplishments, Intergroom’s International Groomer of the year in 1998, and 1999’s, Oster Invitational Tournament’s Grand Champion. Sue is a very proud recipient of many Cardinal Crystal Achievement awards for Groomer of the Year, Judge of the Year and Congeniality. In 2011, Barkleigh Publications begin the Barkleigh Honor Awards. Sue and her business partner, Jay Scruggs, won Best DVD series of the Year under their grooming platform Super Styling Sessions, and since then have won multiple Barkleigh Honors, for Congeniality, Judge of the year, Speaker of the year and DVD of the year. Sue was also very proud to win the Artero Lifetime Achievement Award. Sue was also one of the first inductees into the Groomer’s Hall of Fame.
Sue has been a member of GroomTeam USA since 1997. She broke all records in 1999 earning more points than anyone in the past years at 113. She participated in the 1999 world team championships in England, earning a silver medal for the team. She was also part of the 2001 world team championships in Calgary Canada, helping the US bring home the gold, and in 2003, she assisted GroomTeam USA to Barcelona Spain for the world team championships as the GroomTeam coordinator. She is a national and international judge, speaker and demonstrator having traveled to great places like Italy, Ireland, Spain, Germany, England, Scotland, Belgium, Argentina, Japan, Taiwan, Australia, Greece, Brazil and Canada.
Sue and Jay Scruggs started one day seminars called Super Styling Sessions in 2007, since then, it has grown to an online membership for groomers who have access to an ever-growing library of videos to learn from. Sue is also a member of the Kenchii/Joyzze Team.
Sue and her husband Ray breed standard poodles under the “Dreamcatcher “ prefix. She also enjoys spending as much time as possible with her two grandchildren, and whatever time she can get with her beautiful quarter horse Ahyoka.
Jay Scruggs is a very accomplished and influential groomer in the world. He was the very first recipient of the Westminster Groomer of the Year Award, and the first male groomer to finish in the number one spot on Groom Team USA. Jay earned a place on Groom Team USA for five consecutive years, winning Best in Show or Best All Around at every show he competed in for the 2001 team. He is also one of the few groomers to win Best in Show in every class—Sporting, Non-Sporting large and small, Mixed/Miscellaneous, and Terriers.
On the international stage, Jay won American Groomer of the Year at Intergroom, the gold team medal and Best in Show at the 2001 Groom Team World Championship in Calgary, and both a gold and bronze medal at the 2003 World Championships in Barcelona.
Jay has also judged in esteem grooming shows around the world, including England, Ireland, France, Scotland, Australia, Spain, and Italy along side top judges in the industry.
Jay and Sue Zecco created Super Styling Sessions. A leading educational platform for all levels of groomers.
Beyond the competition ring, Jay is recognized around the world as an educator, judge, and industry leader. He has been honored with numerous Barkleigh Honors and Cardinal Crystal Achievement Awards, including Groomer of the Year, Judge of the Year, Speaker of the Year, International Speaker of the Year, Video of the Year, Congeniality, and Outstanding Contribution to the Industry.
Seminar Descriptions
- Smooth Sailing Through Structure
- Understanding canine structure is the foundation of great grooming. In this seminar, you’ll learn how a dog’s anatomy influences balance, movement and coat presentation, along with practical techniques to enhance each dog’s strengths and create more polished, purposeful grooms. Whether you’re grooming in the salon or the show ring, a better understanding of structure will help you make more confident grooming decisions.
- All Ears on Deck
- Ears can transform a groom from ordinary to exceptional. In this seminar, you’ll learn how to style ears on a variety of breeds, using techniques that complement each dog’s breed characteristics, head shape and overall balance. Discover the finishing touches that create polished, professional results and elevate every groom.
More seminars to be announced soon!
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