The Crystal Achievement Awards

Brought to you by Cardinal Pet Care and Macfadden Communications Group

The votes are in!
The 2010 Crystal Award Winners were announced at SuperZoo on Tuesday, September 13.

Crystal Grooming Achievement Awards Academy
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About the Crystal Awards

Recognition, encouragement, solidarity
– all are important in spurring greater achievements in any human endeavor. It was this conviction that prompted Tony de Vos, the president of Cardinal Laboratories to create the Cardinal Crystal Grooming Achievement Awards in 1988. Read how the awards, which are presented at Superzoo have become a signature event in grooming industry.

The 2009 Crystal Award Winners
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Meet These Industry Innovators -

Vero Da Sylva --
PDS, Master Pet Stylist, Meritus, discusses her life and career.

Daryl Conner --
Master Pet Stylist/Author Daryl Connor.

Christine DeFilippo --
Producer of Intergroom.

Wagging Down The Aisle --
Crystal Academy Member Julie Wilkins-Pantages Has A Four-Footed Flower Girl In Her Wedding

American Groomer of the Year 2010
Olga Zabelinskaya

International Groomer of the Year 2010
Clayton Muniz

Grooming Contest Judge 2010
Diane Betelak

Congeniality 2010
Sue Zecco

David G. Salzberg Award 2010
Chuck Simons

Retail Salon of the Year 2010 (-5 Units)
Elite Pet Spa & Boutique

Retail Salon of the Year 2010 (5+ Units)
PetSense Outlet

Mobile Groomer of the Year 2010
Shaffia Galis-Menendez

Crystal Winners In The News

A Look At Crystal Press Coverage
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Crystal Update --
Congeniality Award and Salzberg Awards To Be Included In Crystal Program Click Here

Shirlee Kalstone --
The Inspiration Behind Intergroom and the Cardinal Crystal Awards.

Cardinal Pet Care –
A leader in producing quality grooming products since 1948, Cardinal Pet Care has grown into a multi-faceted pet products manufacturer, making everything from pet shampoos and sprays to toys, treats and training rewards. Today, the Azusa, CA-based company sells its pet products in more than 21 countries throughout the world. Cardinal has won numerous awards and citations for its responsible environmental policies. (more)