PetEdge Notes From The Grooming Table by Melissa Verplank

by PetEdge

Product Features

• Notes from the grooming table by Melissa verplank
• Provides step-by-step guidelines on basic and advanced grooming techniques for all breeds
• Topics include general anatomy, tools and equipment, bathing, drying, clipping, brushing and many more
• Features both line drawings and photographs to accompany detailed instructional notes
• 495 pages, spiral bound, soft cover

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11 x 9.5 x 1.3 inches ; 3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: 0975412809
• Item model number: ZT41280
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,657 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)
  • #26 in Pet Supplies > Small Animals > Grooming

Product Description

A quality, how-to grooming book that is an exceptional and easy-to-read instructional resource for both new and seasoned grooming professionals. Developed by 20-year veteran groomer and master stylist, Melissa verplank, this tutorial provides step-by-step guidelines on basic and advanced grooming techniques for all breeds. Showcases exceptional artistic representation based on the ideal, written breed standard, and features both line drawings and photographs to accompany detailed instructional notes. Topics include general anatomy, tools and equipment, bathing, drying, clipping, brushing, scissoring, carding, hand stripping, nails and ears, feet and pads, and bathing directions for each coat type. 495 pages, spiral bound, soft cover. Measures 11-inch length by 9-1/2-inch width by 1-1/3-inch height.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Masterpiece for every groomers library., March 29, 2006

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Elizabeth Bean "ebean" (Atlanta, Georgia USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: PetEdge Notes From The Grooming Table by Melissa Verplank (Misc.)

Over 40 years of my life has been spent in the grooming industry. As a kid I grew up working after school in my parents pet salon and today I operate PetGroomer.com to help others succeed in grooming. Let me assure you that Notes From the Grooming Table is truly a must for every groomers library. What a reference work! So much added grooming information besides breed styling by AKC breeds makes this a classic reference work. Invest in your career and obtain this book on the how-to side of grooming pets. Worth every penny for the professional groomer.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Prettier package, same standard advice., May 25, 2008

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Jack Brander "Temper Kennels" (Sweden) - See all my reviews

This review is from: PetEdge Notes From The Grooming Table by Melissa Verplank (Misc.)

This was a book I was SO eager to get. It is absoultely ok, but it sure wasn't the masterpiece that I had hoped for. It is pretty with excellent layout and clever spiral binding, but it is just the same advice as you get anywhere.
Still, this is probably one of the first books I'd recommend on the subject to a beginner. But if you are more advanced in the field there will be little new to gain.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cliff Notes for Grooming, October 4, 2007

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Spikey (Mississippi, US) - See all my reviews

This review is from: PetEdge Notes From The Grooming Table by Melissa Verplank (Misc.)

This is an amazing book! As an aspiring groomer-in-training who had never laid a hand on a pair of clippers, this book is FANTASTIC!! It has everything from tips on getting the perfect bath to getting out undercoat to how to tell exactly what your clients are asking for, complete with photo references, drawings, and step-by-step instructions. This book is a staple in my groom shop, and it should be in EVERY serious grooming establishment! YOU CAN'T FIND A BETTER GROOMING BOOK THAN NOTES!!!