TANDEM touch(TM) 10 Technique: TANDEM(TM) Cat Grooming

By Shawn Lioyryan CTCG and Dr. Daniel Lioyryan CTCG

TANDEM touch(TM) 10: A Clinical Approach to TANDEM Cat(R) Grooming

Traditional grooming methods often fail when applied to cats.

TANDEM touch(TM) 10 introduces a structured, trauma-informed approach to feline grooming-developed through real-world clinical practice by Dr. Daniel Lioyryan and Shawn Lioyryan, co-founders of Cats in the City.

The TANDEM Cat(R) method redefines how cats are handled, moving beyond restraint-based techniques toward coordinated, intentional touch that prioritizes safety, regulation, and trust.

A System Built for Real-World Cases

At the core of this work is the TANDEM touch(TM) 10 Technique-a system of ten defined touchpoints that guide how groomers engage with the feline body during care.

These touchpoints are not theoretical. They are designed to:

reduce stress and defensive responses

increase handling tolerance

allow grooming to proceed safely, even in complex cases

This approach is particularly effective for:

high-stress or reactive cats

medically fragile or geriatric cats

cats with prior grooming trauma

From Philosophy to Application

This book moves from foundational philosophy into direct application.

It begins by establishing a new framework for feline grooming-one grounded in behavioral awareness, somatic regulation, and respect for the cat's physiological limits.

From there, it provides:

step-by-step breakdowns of the TANDEM touch(TM) 10 system

tool selection and handling strategies

solutions to common and high-risk grooming challenges

The TANDEM Cat(R) Method in Practice

Unlike traditional solo grooming, TANDEM Cat(R) utilizes two coordinated practitioners working in synchrony.

This allows for:

more precise handling

reduced escalation during procedures

improved efficiency without compromising care

The result is a grooming process that is:

calmer, safer, and more effective-for both cat and groomer

Communication as a Clinical Skill

Beyond technique, this work addresses communication as an essential component of grooming.

This includes:

reading feline behavioral signals in real time

adjusting handling based on somatic feedback

communicating clearly with guardians about care decisions and limitations

A New Standard for Feline Grooming

TANDEM touch(TM) 10 is not an alternative technique.

It is a reframing of the grooming process itself-integrating advanced handling, behavioral insight, and trauma-informed care into a single, repeatable system.

Who This Is For

This book is designed for:

professional groomers working with cats

veterinary staff and technicians

practitioners handling complex or high-risk grooming cases

Closing

This is not a general grooming guide.

It is a working system for those responsible for the safe handling and care of cats during grooming.

By mastering the TANDEM touch(TM) 10 Technique, practitioners can reduce risk, improve outcomes, and approach feline grooming with a level of precision and awareness that traditional methods do not provide.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DQQDW1PK
• ISBN13: 9798339807278
• Release Date: December 2024
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"