CPG Breed-Specific Grooming Standards 3

Question 1

Which scissored finish best represents the correct head shape for a Bichon Frise in competition grooming?

Accepted Answer

A rounded, powder-puff silhouette with no visible ears breaking the circular shape

Answer

The Bichon Frise show head is scissored into a rounded, halo-like sphere with the ears blended in so they do not interrupt the circular silhouette.

Question 2

The Shih Tzu maintained in a 'puppy cut' or pet trim differs from show presentation primarily because:

Accepted Answer

The long, floor-length double coat is shortened uniformly for manageability

Answer

In the pet trim, the Shih Tzu's long double coat is scissored short all over for easy home maintenance, while show dogs carry a full floor-length coat with banded topknot.

Question 3

A Lhasa Apso presented to breed standard should have its coat parted:

Accepted Answer

From occiput to tail base along the topline

Answer

The Lhasa Apso's hallmark is a straight center part running from the occiput down to the base of the tail, allowing the heavy double coat to fall naturally on both sides.

Question 4

When grooming a Pekingese, which feature must be carefully protected and maintained to meet breed standards?

Accepted Answer

The profuse mane and coat that fans out around the head and shoulders

Answer

The Pekingese has a lion-like mane of longer, coarser hair surrounding the head and shoulders, which must be brushed out and maintained as a key breed characteristic.

Question 5

Bulldog grooming requires special attention to the facial skin folds primarily because:

Accepted Answer

The folds trap dirt and moisture, creating conditions for yeast and bacterial infections

Answer

Bulldog wrinkles trap heat, moisture, and debris; without regular cleaning and drying, the skin folds become a breeding ground for yeast and bacterial dermatitis.

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CPG Breed-Specific Grooming Standards 3