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During these tough economic times, do-it-yourself dog grooming is a great way to save money while providing excellent care for your canine companion. Groom Your Dog Like a Professional presents step-by-step instructions from an award-winning groomer to teach you how to get your furry pal looking like a show dog. The breed-specific instructions are arranged by type of coat, making this an easy-to-use reference for anyone wishing to naturally enhance their dog’s features, create fun and striking looks, or just reduce shedding and dander around the house. Each grooming example is fully illustrated with easy-to-follow photos to ensure beautiful results every time. This expertly written guide also explains how grooming provides an opportunity to check your dog for health concerns (which can help spot any potential problems early in their development) and to strengthen the bond between dog and owner. A special tips section reveals professional secrets to grooming older dogs, common grooming challenges and how to overcome them, grooming missteps to avoid, and myth busting information.
Peter Young is an internationally renowned poodle breeder, handler, and Crufts-accredited judge. Owner of Peter's Posh Pets, a grooming parlor located in West London, he holds many grooming contest titles and has won three Cardinal Crystal Achievement Awards, the Oscars of the grooming industry. A celebrity in the grooming world, Peter conducts seminars internationally. He resides in the United Kingdom.
Doggy Business 101 addresses the rising need for pet care services and provides detailed advice for starting up and operating a doggy daycare or related business, such as dog walking, pet sitting, and dog camps. This comprehensive guide includes step-by-step methodology for coming up with a feasibility study and business plan to encourage success in the fast growing pet service industry, plus current data on consumer usage or selection of doggy service products. It also offers advice on how to finance and staff a doggy business, with information about bonding and insurance. Marketing and advertising ideas are included to help build public awareness and interest for your self-run business, while sample checklists and business forms help simplify the day-to-day operations.
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