General Dog Knowledge
Name 3 types of parasites commonly found on dogs.
Bonus: What do all 3 of these parasites have in common?
Fleas, Ticks, Lice
Bonus: They drink blood/spread illness'
What is the technical term for the skirt on a traditional schnauzer clip?
Bonus: What does the word "schnauzer" mean in German?
A Fringe
Bonus: Snout/Moustache
What is it called when you mix shampoo with water?
Bonus: What is the most common dilution rate for the shampoos we use?
Dilution
Bonus: 16:1
How many locations does Barking Dogs currently have?
Bonus: In which states?
Four
Bonus: two in NV, two in AZ
According to the AKC, what name was most popular in 2023 for female dogs?
Bonus: male dogs?
Luna
Bonus: Max
On a traditional Westie clip, what type of tail is typical?
Bonus: Why?
Carrot tail
Bonus: to allow ease in pulling them out of burrows while they are working (if they get stuck)
Name the seven most common guard combs (by length or name)
Bonus: what guard comb is 13mm?
4, 2, 1, 0, A, C, E
Bonus: 1gc or 1/2 inch
What is required to book a grooming appointment?
Bonus: what do we promise as a turn around time for small and large dogs?
Up to date rabies vaccine, and client forms completed.
Bonus: small 2-3 hours, large 304 hours.
How many breeds are recognized by the American Kennel Club?
200
What is the top knot on a traditional cocker spaniel clip called?
a crown
What shampoo should you avoid on yeasty dogs? and why?
Oatmeal, because it feeds the yeast and will cause the yeast to worsen.
What four services does Barking Dogs offer the community?
Grooming, Self-wash, Nutrition/Food/Supplies, and Mobile Grooming
Which breed won best in show 2023?
The Sealyham terrier
In the traditional poodle GERMAN clip, what 4 areas are shaved?
face, feet, ears and tail
Name 4 injuries a bath dog can receive in our care:
Eye ulcer (from shampoo), brush burn (brushing), quicked nail (nail trimming), strangulation (improper noose use)
What is Barking Dog's slogan?
"Your neighborhood (one-stop) pet store"