Complete Guide to Dog Grooming: Skills, Techniques, and Instructions for the Home Groomer

by Eve Adamsom, Sandy Roth

Today's dog owners want to actively contribute to their dogs' health and appearance by learning how to groom their dog, and the dog grooming profession is on the rise and growing every year. Co-written by a professional groomer, this book offers practical advice and step-by-step instructions so any pet parent can master techniques from basic brushing to clipping patterns to hand-stripping. You'll also find coat-specific grooming guides; bathing and nail care; care for sensitive skin; grooming a puppy; how to become a professional groomer; and more! This book also provides illustrations that offer step-by-step instructions on how to groom specific breeds, and the easy-to-follow format makes finding and using information simple.

256 pages, Hardcover with jacket

First published August 1, 2003