Grooming Manual for the Dog and Cat

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Featuring hundreds of photographs and illustrations, the manual explains grooming procedures in a logical, easy-to-follow format. Each technique is demonstrated through sequential images, helping readers develop practical skills while understanding the purpose behind each stage of the grooming process. In addition to grooming techniques, the book covers coat health, skin care, parasite recognition, animal handling, and basic first aid.

The book covers topics including:

• Breed groups and coat types
• Coat structure and coat care
• Grooming equipment and maintenance
• Clippers, blades, scissors, and stripping knives
• Bathing and drying techniques
• Nail trimming
• Ear, eye, and dental care
• Skin health and coat condition
• Fleas, ticks, mites, and common skin parasites
• Safe handling and restraint techniques
• Preparing dogs and cats for grooming
• Breed-specific clipping and styling
• Hand stripping techniques
• Scissoring techniques
• Grooming long-, short-, wire-, curly-, and double-coated breeds
• Cat grooming techniques
• Basic first aid for groomers
• Health checks during grooming
• Practical photographic step-by-step demonstrations

Combining practical instruction with sound animal care principles, this manual helps readers develop professional grooming skills while promoting the health, comfort, and welfare of dogs and cats. It remains one of the standard reference books for professional grooming education.

Who is this book for?

• Professional dog groomers
• Cat groomers
• Veterinary nurses
• Veterinary technicians
• Veterinary students
• Animal care students
• Breeders
• Dog and cat owners wishing to improve grooming skills