[Quiz] Hair of the Dog!

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Poodles' poms on the joints, so common in the show ring, were originally left there to keep the dog warm as he was swimming in chilly water on a hunting expedition.

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Shedding is a natural process in which the dog loses dead hair.

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Too frequent bathing can be harmful to a dog's coat and skin, although the danger can be mitigated by using gentle solutions. Dogs should only be bathed if they have an offensive odour. Dogs with skin disorders may need regular bathing under the supervision of a veterinarian, thus this does not apply to them.

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Poorly-bred dogs may not have a saddle. The "saddle" of the Afghan hound may be plucked by hand or by the use of a stripping knife.

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The #3 1/2 blade leaves approximately 1/2" of coat. This is a great length for a "puppy cut".

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A comb or lift is most often used on a #15, #30, or a #40 blade.

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Heavy-duty pliers are ideal for large dogs and canines with exceptionally tough nails.

When females are spayed at a young age (before their first heat cycle), they are protected from experiencing the harmful effects of oestrogen. Your female dog's (or cat's) chance of developing uterine cancer increases in proportion to the number of times she is exposed to oestrogen. Breast cancer, also known as mammary neoplasia, is a leading cause of death in intact female canines and felines.

Neutering your dog at a young age has been linked to an increased risk of cancer of the bones and cruciate ligament illness, according to research conducted in the early 2000s. More evidence suggests waiting until older than 5 or 6 months before castrating or spaying is safest.