The Cat Grooming Guide
by Sam Kohl


It is estimated that 65 million cats are kept as pets in the United States. Many cat owners are unaware of the need to have their pet cats professionally groomed, not only to enhance their beauty but to keep them healthy as well.

In The Cat Grooming Guide, grooming industry expert, Sam Kohl, argues that the cat market is one that groomers should not miss out on. Its vast size and the devotion of cat owners to their pets makes this a very lucrative source of untapped income for the professional groomer. By learning the grooming skills and marketing techniques presented in this book, every pet stylist can make a significant impact on their business' bottom line.

With 152 pages, 201 illustrations and drawings, the new 2nd Edition of this grooming classic has been rewritten, completely reillustrated and formatted for ease of use while grooming.

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Table Of Contents

Acknowledgments/Dedication
Other Aaronco Publications & Products
About the Author
Table of Contents

Introduction

  
 

Part I: Why Groom Cats?

 Part V: Basic Grooming Procedures
Are You Missing The Boat?
Why All Groomers Should Be Grooming Cats
Is There Really A Genuine Need to Groom A Cat?
Marketing Strategy
Retailing
Repeat Business
Bonding With the Cat Owner
Clipping The Claws
Cleaning The Ears
Brushing and Combing Cats
Beware of the Cat's Whiskers and Fragile Tail
Use the Flea Comb to Check for Fleas and Ticks
Brushing and Combing the Cat's Coat
Dematting/Stripping (Shaving the Cat)
Bathing/Preparation for Bathing
Cleaning Black Chin and Stud Tail
Washing The Face
Procedure For Bathing
Washing the Head and Body
Dry Shampoo--As An Alternative
Drying / Fluffing and Combing
Final Touch Fluff
The Finishing Touches
Part II: Understanding Cats Part VI: The Shorthaired Cat
Nobody Truly Owns A Cat
The Cat's Eyes and Vision
Cat Attitudes
Body Language--Good Signs
Body Language--Danger Signs
Reading Feline Facial Expressions
Other Interesting Cat Behavior
Determining A Cat's Sex
Cat Body Types/Cat Coat Types
Ear Types/Tail Types
Colors and Pattern Types
Cat Anatomy
The Shorthaired Breeds
Grooming Equipment Checklist
Grooming Steps Diagram--Shorthaired Cats
Grooming Steps--Shorthaired Cats
Part III : Grooming Tools & Equipment Part VII: The Longhaired Cat
Grooming Tables
Protective Equipment
Muzzles and Collars
Face & Eye Protection for Groomer
Animal Handling Gloves
Figure-Eight Harness
Cat-Control Screen
How to Build a Cat-Control Screen
Removing a Cat from the Cat-Control Screen
Retrieval Equipment
Specialized Combs & Brushes for Cats
Combs for Cats/Special Cat Brushes
The Longhaired Breeds
Grooming Equipment Checklist
Grooming Steps Diagram--Longhaired Cats
Grooming Steps--Longhaired Cats
The Lion Clip
Part IV: Preparation
   Part VIII: Conclusion & Helpful Information
Cats Can Escape!
Don't Be Fooled
Create A Feline-Friendly Environment
Tranquilizing
Preparation
Cat Bites
Keeping Your Shop Healthy
Inspecting the Cat
Fleas--An Opportunity to Grow Your Income
Proper Methods for Receiving & Handling the Cat
  

Conclusion
Glossary
Recommended Reading
Where to Purchase Wholesale Grooming Products
Cat Organizations Around the World
Keeping Updated

Appendix I: Color Illustrations - The Shorthaired Cats
Appendix II: Color Illustrations - The Longhaired Cats