New & Improved Theory of Five

Dog Pet Grooming Book - Second Edition

THE THEORY OF 5 - SIMPLIFYING BASIC PET GROOMING CONCEPTS FOR EVERYDAY PETS

Please Note: We are unable to accept returns on books unless they are defective, in which case we will replace them with the same title.

A “must have” for any groomer!

The theory of 5 allows you to create neat, well-balanced trims from one family pet to the next, all the while maintaining the basic essence of each breed. This book focuses on the five main parts of the animal - head, ears, feet, body and tail. The trims outlined within these pages are designed for pet dogs in typical family setting.

When you boil it down, there are basically only 5 different grooming jobs performed every day. This book looks at ways to simplify & consistently perform grooming tasks every time. Mastering these 5 techniques offers a high level of satisfaction for both the groomer & the pet owner ultimately creating your success as a professional pet stylist.

The Second Edition includes an updated cover and beautiful NEW illustrations that demonstrate what a finished product will look like so pet parents can visualize what their pet will look like after the grooming. The content has been updated to provide a better flow of information, tips, and understanding for both the professional groomer as well as the pet parent clients of the groomers' salon.

The methods outlined in this informative book have been time tested for more than 20 years by Melissa Verplank and her team. By reducing complex methods and techniques to easy-to-understand terms, Melissa has helped hundreds of stylists quickly master the skills and patterns necessary to groom hundreds of different breeds. Each dog looks unique because of its physical shape, size, color, and coat texture. 

A key to becoming a highly successful pet stylist is the ability to easily transfer your skills from one pet to the next. The trims outlined within these pages are: 

*Recognizes essence of each breed

*Focuses on head, ears, feet, body & tail

*Designed for pet dogs

*Designed for pet dogs in typical family settings 
*Easy to understand with simple terms and techniques 
*Well-balanced 
*Designed to bring out the best look for your clients 
*Filled with photos and illustrations 

This one-of-a-kind guide illustrates how to transfer your skills from one pet to the next. Photographs and illustrations walk you through the 141 pages of easy-to-understand terms and techniques.

Certified Master Groomer and author Melissa Verplank updated and improved The Theory of Five – a method of grooming she developed to create reproducible results and systematic communication with team groomers and clients. From its early inception to the foundation it has become for dog grooming instruction, the Theory of Five has helped groomers around the world save time and make money.

This book simplifies the grooming process by outlining the five basic skills that are essential to each grooming job. Helps groomers transfer skills from one breed to the next to create well-balanced, breed-specific cuts. Paperback, 141 pages.

Developed by 25-year veteran groomer and master stylist, Melissa Verplank (author of the Notes From The Grooming Table)

This book reduces complex methods and techniques to easy-to-understand terms. Ms. According to Verplank grooming can be broken down into 5 basic jobs: body, head, ear, feet, and tail. Within each of these there are again 5 basic styles. Once these are understood and mastered a groomer will have skills needed to create neat, well-balanced trims on any pet or breed. These techniques have been tested by Ms. Verplank and her team for over 20 years. (the theory of five). Learn how to create neat, well-balanced trims from one family pet to the next, all the while maintaining the basic essence of each breed. Bringing out the best in a well-loved family pet will always win the hearts of clients! The methods outlined in this theory have been time-tested for more than 20 years and should help stylists to quickly master the skills and patterns necessary to groom hundreds of different breeds. Each dog looks unique because of its physical shape, size, color and coat texture. The trims outlined are designed for pet dogs in typical family settings. A key to becoming a successful pet stylist is the ability to easily transfer your skills from one pet to the next. The Theory of Five allows you to create neat, well-balanced trims from one family pet to the next, all the while maintaining the basic essence of each breed. Using excellent grooming skills to bring out the best in a well-loved family pet will always win the hearts of clients!

A One-of-a-kind Guide Illustrating how to transfer your skills from one pet to the next. Photographs and illustrations walk you through the 141 pages of easy-to-understand terms and techniques.

Every professional, student or home groomer should have this book!

Please Note: We are unable to accept returns on books unless they are defective, in which case we will replace them with the same title.

Used by Professional Groomers, Trainers, Veterinarians, Breeders, Stylists, Handlers, etc.

Great for home use, mobile groomers, kennel workers, pet shop workers, vet technicians, etc.

Only available to independent retailers