Poodle Clipping and Grooming: The International Reference (Howell Reference Books) (Hardcover)

by Shirlee Kalstone (Author) "The Poodle is a very ancient breed..." (more)
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Product Description
Beautiful renderings by world-renowned artist Maude Nilsson illustrate Poodle trims from around the world. They add even more pizzazz to this already heavily illustrated guide. Back by popular demand, Poodle Clipping and Grooming: The International Reference is a revamped version of the original classic that no groomer can be without.

Authored by renowned expert Shirlee Kalstone and bursting with hundreds of photos and detailed step-by-step directions, this new edition promises to be even more of a boon to Poodle groomers and enthusiasts worldwide than the previous edition. Its thoroughly illustrated instructions guide you through

• selecting the right equipment
• caring for the coats of pet Poodles and show Poodles
• basic clipping of the Poodle's feet, face, neck, tail, stomach and ears, as well as fashioning the perfect topknot—with tips from the experts
• setting the patterns for sanctioned show trims and popular pet trims
• and many other Poodle grooming secrets and nuances

From the Publisher
This is the third edition of the most respected book ever published on the subject of Poodle grooming. Previous editions were eagerly sought after and referenced on an almost daily basis by professional groomers, dog show handlers and serious ameteurs who care about how their Poodles look.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 240 pages
• Publisher: Howell Book House; 3 edition (November 14, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0876052650
• ISBN-13: 978-0876052655
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #15,455 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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42 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for All Poodle Owners!, February 2, 2002

By	Karen B (Fort Wayne, IN United States) - See all my reviews

Excellent book that shows exactly how to bathe, groom and clip Show & Pet Poodles. Nice illustrations and pictures for all of the poodle clips. Includes what scissors, clipper, shampoos and other grooming aids to buy. After using this book, I had the confidence to buy professional clippers (I am an amateur) and clip my own Standard Poodle (whom, btw, looks terrific!). I first learned of the book from the library and told my husband we had to own this! *I wish that every breed of dog that needs to be groomed had such an excellent book as this!*

34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for people owned by poodles!, January 18, 2001

By A Customer

I got the 2001 edition for Christmas, as I wanted to learn to groom my own standard poodle. We have survived two clips together since then, and I feel much more confident. This book helped me get the courage to tackle my own grooming and taught me TONS about clippers, blades, scissors, combs, brushes, techniques, etc. It is clear, concise, no-nonsense and pretty idiot proof based on the fact that I can still take my dog in public and she still looks like a poodle!

This author was recommended to me by five poodle groomers and it is pretty clear to me that they knew this was pick of the litter.

54 of 57 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Jam-packed full of essential information, October 6, 2002

By	"indigocoatl" (Austin, TX USA) - See all my reviews

Everything you ever wanted to know about grooming your poodle, from clippers, hairdryers, grooming tables, trimming your dog's nails (*easy*, if you use a Dremel grinder!), pet clips, US/CA show clips, International pet and show clips (truly wonderful stuff there) to advice on setting up your own grooming salon and participating in grooming contests.

I now have my second poodle - a show dog - and I'm doing all the basic grooming on her. A miracle, considering that I never laid scissors on a dog before May (and it's now October). I do have a "poodle mentor" who I love dearly - she has taught me much. But I learn well from books, and Kalstone's is excellent.

I spent so much time and money schlepping my dear departed one back and forth to and from the groomers - I wish I'd known just how *easy* grooming can be.