CPG Grooming Techniques & Tools 3

Question 1

A high-velocity dryer is used immediately after bathing primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Force water out and lift the coat from the skin

Answer

High-velocity dryers use airflow rather than heat to force water droplets off the coat and separate individual hairs for faster drying.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes a 'snap-on comb' attachment?

Accepted Answer

A plastic guard that attaches to a clipper blade to leave a longer coat

Answer

Snap-on combs are plastic or metal comb guides that attach over a clipper blade to allow a longer finish than the blade alone provides.

Question 3

When performing a hand-strip on a wire-haired terrier, the groomer should pull the coat:

Accepted Answer

In the direction of growth using thumb and forefinger in small sections

Answer

Proper hand-stripping technique uses thumb and forefinger to pull small sections of dead outer coat in the direction of hair growth.

Question 4

Which scissor type is MOST appropriate for finishing the feet on a Poodle to create a tight, clean look around the pads?

Accepted Answer

5-inch curved shears

Answer

Smaller curved shears offer precision and follow the natural curvature of the foot, making them ideal for finishing around pads and toes.

Question 5

What does a dematting tool with serrated blades primarily do?

Accepted Answer

Cuts through mats to break them apart with minimal coat removal

Answer

Serrated dematting blades cut through the core of a mat to break it into smaller sections that can then be combed out.

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