Dog Breeds
Name a dog breed that would be considered a "Spitz" type breed
Husky, Pomeranian, Shiba Inu, Akita, etc
What is the function if a double coat?
temperature regulation, insulation, UV protection, waterproof
Westie, Scottie, Cairn, Yorkie, Jack Russell
What is the difference between mild, moderate, and severe matting?
mild- mat is small and away from the skin, in only a few areas on the body, able to be brushed and combed through
moderate- mat is larger and closer to the skin, in more areas on the body, may need to be spot shaved or use a dematting tool
severe- mats are covering most of the body, tight against the skin, can only be shaved, cannot be brushed
Name a breed that is Brachycephalic and some health issues associated with it
Pug, Shih Tzu, Boxer, etc. Difficulty breathing, overheating, Proptosis
What other services can you offer a Pet Parent who wants to get their double coated dog shaved?
Deshedding, shaving paw pads and belly, outline trim
Name 2 long legged terriers
Airedale, Schnauzer, Wheaten, Bedlington
What pre-existing conditions can mats hide?
scabs, hot spots, open wounds, fleas, ticks, and moles/growths
Name a Working Breed with a double coat
Newfoundland, Bernese Mountain Dog, Saint Bernard, Great Pyrenees, etc
When is it acceptable to shave a double coated dog?
Been shaved before, medically necessary, extreme matting
Name 2 sporting breeds
Cocker Spaniel (American and English), Springer Spaniel (English and Welsh), Setter (Irish, English, Gordon)
Why is it important to rebook a dog?
you get a consistent schedule, the pet parent gets their desired time and cut, the pet avoids being matted and becomes more comfortable with grooming on a routine
Name a Breed that might get a Natural Foot, and explain how to trim a Natural Foot
Golden, Aussie, Pom, etc. Brush the hair between the toes up, trim on top of the foot with curved shears, trim the perimeter of the foot with curved shears, trim the whole foot with thinning shears for a smooth natural finish
This is the condition in some double coated dogs that causes the hair to stop regrowing after being cut short
Post-Clipping Alopecia
What is the purpose of the breed cut for most terriers?
To protect them from being bitten by rodents
What are some dangers involved with shaving a matted dog?
more risk for injury (cutting the skin, skin irritation), post-shave skin sensitivity, sunburn, overheating, behaviors such as hiding, trembling, and scratching excessively.
Name a Breed that might get a Round Foot, and explain how to trim a Round Foot
Poodle, Shih Tzu, Maltese, etc. Comb the hair on the foot down towards the toes. Using your curved shears, first trim straight across in front of the toes, and then follow the shape of the foot around to either side. Lift up the foot and trim any hair hanging over the paw pads
Explain each step of the COC method
Close: use a conditioner to break up dirt and oil in the closed hair follicle
Open: use shampoo to pull the dead hair, dirt, and oil out of the open follicle
Close: use conditioner to rehydrate the coat and close the follicle to prevent excess shedding
What is the purpose of the continental cut on a poodle?
Protect their joints and vital organs from cold water while water retrieving.
What is an aural hematoma and how is it formed?
An aural hematoma is when blood pools between the skin and cartilage of the pinna as a result of trauma. It forms when a dog's ear becomes matted, the matted restricts blood flow to the ear, when the mat is removed the blood rushed back to the ear causing swelling and an uncomfortable sensation, causing the dog to shake its head, leading to the blood vessels bursting and forming a hematoma