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
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 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 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
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