Dog grooming books for dog owners and professionals

The Stone Guide to Dog Grooming for All Breeds
by Ben Stone, Pearl Stone
Hardcover: 302 pages Publisher: Howell Book House; 1st edition (November, 1981)
This wide-ranging work on canine beauty culture offers grooming instructions for all 125 AKC recognized breeds, mixed breeds and even cats, along with techniques and tips about equipment, setting up a shop and developing a thriving grooming business. Offers little secrets to get the most out of a grooming business and avoid the pitfalls at the same time. Also includes the history of dog grooming from the beginning to its present state, proper brushing, combing, bathing, drying, nail clipping and ear cleaning techniques. Complete with to-the-point photos, drawings and charts.

Ultimate Dog Grooming by Eileen Gleeson, Barbara Vetter
Hardcover: 288 pages Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd (February 1, 2004)
Ultimate Dog Grooming reveals the secrets of top dog groomers. The first section covers caring for and grooming the pet dog: how to keep coats healthy; tips for routine care; and advice for choosing a groomer. The second section covers grooming as a profession: advice for starting a grooming business; choosing and buying equipment; the grooming process; detecting coat and skin disorders; and instructions for handling problems that can commonly arise. The third section covers specific information for individual breeds. Each chapter is dedicated to a coat type, with step-by-step instructions for grooming each breed from start to finish. Insider tips for preparing a dog for show are also included. More that 500 color photographs and line drawings throughout show exactly what to do. The book covers 170 dog breeds and several breeds include line drawings with grooming instructions step-by-step.

The All Breed Dog Grooming Guide by Sam Kohl
Plastic Comb: 416 pages
Publisher: Aaronco; 3rd ed., All new rev edition (January, 2002)
Consisered the dog grooming industry "bible", this clearly written book provides step-by-step instructions and general grooming information of the 161 breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club. With 416 full pages, 320 illustrations, 41 photos and 161 breeds, this book is a complete resource and an essential for every groomer. The author tells you not only how to groom a breed but even what equipment is required. Intended for both the seasoned stylist and the novice groomer. More information

The Ultimate Book of Dog Grooming
by Eileen Geeson
Hardcover Publisher: Interpet Publishing (February, 2003)
A good book for professional groomers and for the pet owner who wants to learn more about how to keep their pet looking good.

How to Make Big Money Grooming Small Dogs: The Absolute Amateur's Guide to Profitable, Professional Canine Styling by Robert S. Whitman
Hardcover: 192 p. Publisher: Protective Specialties Development (1995)
Excellent "how to" guide to current and would-be groomers. Contains easy to follow expert instruction about how to control and style pets without the use of dangerous drugs, grooming posts and nooses, or inconsiderate treatment. It includes tips, tricks, and numerous trade secrets and sources of unique equipment to save you time and money.

This video will teach you how to safely cut and groom your own dog's hair at home. It discusses grooming needs, along with a demonstration of proper bathing procedures and of how to cut your dog's toenails and how to brush their teeth. The easy to learn hair cutting techniques demonstrated in this video can be applied to any breed of dog, large or small. It also provides a comprehensive health maintenance program for your dog, with important health care tips, nutritional facts, etc. More information

From Problems to Profits: The Madson Management System for Pet Grooming Businesses by Madeline Bright Ogle
Paperback: 290 p. Publisher: Madson Group; Rev Update edition (1997)
This the revised edition of 1997 of this book totally focused on the business side of grooming. It sets the professional standard backed by 40 years of field experience by Madeline Bright Ogle, PhD. She presents a business manual detailing the same management system she used to establish one of the world's largest and most professional salons, complete with topics ranging from personnel, marketing and advertising, client relations to safety and supervision, financial planning and bookkeeping. Useful for small 1 person businesses as well. Illustrated with dozens of forms and agreement, etc.

The Art and Business of Professional Groomingby Dorothy Walin
Spiral-bound: 256 pages
Publisher: Alpine Publications, Inc.; Spiral edition (April 1, 1986)
A great classic among the books that cover the business side of full-service grooming. More information

Show Off Your Dog GROOMING BASICS (1997)
Format: Color, NTSCRated: Unrated
Studio: A.R.T. Productions Video Release Date: February 6, 1997
Demonstrates all the correct grooming techniques for longhaired breeds, including::Proper techniques for brushing and combing the coatManaging the bathing process efficientlyHow to shampoo, condition and maintain the coat Correct methods for blow drying Ironing the coat for a smooth finishPreventing stains and maintaining the face fallThe Top Knot for everyday and for showDoes not demonstrate pet clips. More information

If you are interested in haircuts for dogs, see "Grooming Your Dog BASIC HAIRCUTS"

Grooming Your Dog BASIC HAIRCUTS (2000)
Director: MJM /A.R.T. Productions Format: ColorRated: Studio: (studio name not provided) Video Release Date: December 1, 2000
Demonstrates basic haircuts that can be adapted for all breeds. Demonstrates the "Puppy Cut" in entirety, from start to finish.
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The Business Guide to Pet Grooming by Sam Kohl
Hardcover: 336 pages
Publisher: Aaronco Publishing (December 15, 2005)
A concise, to-the-point guide to planning, building and operating a pet grooming business, whether home-based or a multi-employee shop. Topics covered include: naming a shop, locating a shop, financing, preconstruction design, insurance, lighting and electrical needs, flooring, plumbing, sanitation, signage, grooming equipment, employee management, business forms and records, advertising and marketing, appointement management, pricing, handling and control of pets and their owners, retailing, mobile grooming, dog day care, self-service pet washes and providing upscale services. Experienced shop owners will also find this book extremely useful as it includes strategies for growing and expanding an existing grooming operation. Complete with 177 photographs, and 71 illustrations.