CPG Coat Types & Textures 3

Question 1

How does bathing affect the texture of a wire coat if no special products are used?

Accepted Answer

It can soften the coat temporarily or permanently

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It enhances the harshness of the coat

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It has no effect on coat texture

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It causes the coat to curl more tightly

Question 2

Which of the following breeds has a single-layer coat without an undercoat?

Accepted Answer

Maltese

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Siberian Husky

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Alaskan Malamute

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Golden Retriever

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a slicker brush when used on a long-coated or curly-coated dog?

Accepted Answer

Detangling and smoothing the outer coat

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Removing loose undercoat from double-coated breeds

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Stimulating oil production in short-coated dogs

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Polishing the coat to a high sheen

Question 4

A dog presents with a coat that appears dull, dry, and brittle. Which nutritional deficiency is most commonly associated with this coat condition?

Accepted Answer

Omega fatty acid deficiency

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Vitamin C deficiency

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Calcium deficiency

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Iron deficiency

Question 5

When assessing a new client's dog, you notice the coat has two distinct layers—a dense woolly layer close to the skin and longer coarser hairs on top. How should you classify this coat?

Accepted Answer

Double coat

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Single smooth coat

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Corded coat

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Wire coat

Question 6

Which technique is used to add volume and texture to a flat or limp coat during finishing?

Accepted Answer

Back-brushing or fluffing against the direction of growth

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Flat-ironing the coat after drying

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Applying heavy conditioner and leaving it in

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Using a fine-tooth flea comb throughout

Question 7

For a dog with a wavy, low-shedding coat such as an Australian Labradoodle, which drying method best preserves natural wave pattern?

Accepted Answer

Diffuser attachment or indirect airflow while scrunching

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High-velocity dryer aimed directly at the coat

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Cage drying with no brushing

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Towel drying only with vigorous rubbing