Notes from the Grooming Table

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The original Noteswas released in 2004. It took three years to create the book.Lisa Vanswedendid an amazing job illustrating the entire thing. It was a massive undertaking. There were times I questioned if we would ever complete it. At that time, I was questioning my sanity...

We’ve added tools and products that did not exist or were not commonly used in pet grooming prior to 2004. a completely remastered tools and equipment section, including new information on shears, brushes, clippers, stripping tools, and so much more! Mutneys Professional Pet Care Ltd accepts no liability for damage or loss caused by the misuse, negligence, alterations or repairs of any of our products. This is the book that has set the industry standard for grooming reference guides. Step-by-step instructions and beautiful illustrations are featured in this informative edition, written by the award winning author Melissa Verplank and based on her years of experience and expert grooming skills. This The Grooming Table book has put thousands on the path to beautiful grooming.

The art and diagrams as well as the easy to follow directions continue to be the hallmark of the book. Every bit of this book was created in the USA – from conception, to creation, to printing, to distribution. Fast forward 10 years. The AKC was adding recognized breeds at a record pace. New grooming tools were being added to our tool kits. Coat types we had not seen before were walking into everyday pet salons. Styling trends were changing on a number of breeds. I knew it was time to think about updating Notes. Many of our products are covered under the manufacturers’ guarantees and therefore we have little control over warranty product replacement/repairs. This is the NEW SECOND EDITION of the book that has set the industry standard for dog grooming reference guides. You get step-by-step instructions and beautiful, easy to follow illustrations that have made this book a must-have for groomers and stylists world-wide. Written by esteemed stylist, speaker, and judge, Melissa Verplank (CMG) and featuring gorgeous illustrations by renowned wildlife artist Lisa Van Sweden, this amazing guide is based on Ms. Verplank’s years of experience and expert grooming skills. Notes From the Grooming Table has put thousands on the path to beautiful grooming. I’m super excited to share this with all of you. If you loved the old Notes From the Grooming Table, you are going to LOVE the second edition!

The book is based on ideal breed standards, which means not every dog that you get as a client is going to require the same grooming session as covered in the book. In addition, there is not a lot of talk about short version styles, which may be a little unhelpful if your clientele consists mostly of dogs such as Yorkies. Put Melissa’s grooming experience to work for you. She has created one of the most comprehensive grooming guides available. Over 150 breed profiles are covered. The book includes step-by-step instructions, typical grooming techniques, and illustrated up-to-date grooming styles. Home » The NEW Notes From the Grooming Table is HERE! The NEW Notes From the Grooming Table is HERE! April 18th, 2016 by Mike This is the NEW SECOND EDITION of the book that has set the industry standard for grooming reference guides. You get step-by-step instructions and beautiful, easy to follow illustrations that have made this book a must-have for groomers and stylists world-wide. Written by esteemed stylist, speaker, and judge, Melissa Verplank (CMG) and featuring gorgeous illustrations by renowned wildlife artist Lisa Van Sweden, this amazing guide is based on Ms. Verplank’s years of experience and expert grooming skills. Notes From the Grooming Table has put thousands on the path to beautiful grooming.We started talking about a revision in 2013, but it took until the fall of 2015 before the pieces fell together. Lisa and I felt like it was the Fall of 2003 all over again. The focus and the commitment to this revision was just as intense as the last 6-8 months on the first edition.

Consumable parts are not normally covered under a warranty. Consumable parts are defined as parts that degrade over time or use. For example clipper cables, carbon brushes etc. Completely remastered tools and equipment section, including new information on shears, brushes, clippers, stripping tools, and so much more! We've added tools and productsthat did not exist or were not commonly used in pet grooming during the first edition.The original Notes was released in 2004. It took three years to create the book. Lisa VanSweden did an amazing job illustrating the entire thing. It was a massive undertaking. There were times I questioned if we would ever complete it. At that time, I was questioning my sanity… The Second Edition of Notes from the Grooming Table is the most comprehensive grooming guide available: