CPG Coat Types & Textures

Question 1

Which coat type is characterized by a soft, dense undercoat beneath a coarser outer layer of guard hairs?

Accepted Answer

Double coat

Answer

A double coat consists of a dense, insulating undercoat covered by longer, coarser guard hairs that protect against weather and debris.

Question 2

What is the primary characteristic of a wire (harsh) coat found on breeds like Scottish Terriers?

Accepted Answer

Thick and coarse with a bristly feel

Answer

Wire coats have a harsh, bristly texture due to the stiff, thick structure of each hair shaft, which requires hand-stripping to maintain proper texture.

Question 3

Which grooming method is most appropriate for maintaining the proper texture of a wire coat?

Accepted Answer

Hand-stripping

Answer

Hand-stripping removes the dead outer coat by pulling it out at the root, preserving the proper harsh texture that clipping destroys.

Question 4

A dog with a 'corded' coat, such as a Puli, requires which specialized maintenance technique?

Accepted Answer

Separating cords regularly to prevent merging

Answer

Corded coats must be separated regularly by hand to prevent individual cords from merging together, which would create undesirable matted clumps.

Question 5

Which coat type is most commonly associated with minimal shedding and is often labeled 'hypoallergenic'?

Accepted Answer

Curly or wavy coat

Answer

Curly and wavy coats (such as those on Poodles and Bichon Frises) trap shed hairs within the coat rather than releasing them, resulting in minimal visible shedding.

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CPG Coat Types & Textures