CPS Breed-Specific Grooming Standards Flashcards

Which blade length is most commonly used to clip the body of a Bichon Frise in a pet trim to achieve the characteristic fluffy, rounded appearance?

Answer: #30 on the blade under a long snap-on comb

Bichon Frise pet trims typically use a #30 blade under a snap-on comb to leave sufficient length for scissoring the signature rounded, powder-puff silhouette.

A Yorkshire Terrier shown in a full coat should have its floor-length coat parted:

Answer: Down the center of the back from nose to tail tip

The Yorkshire Terrier AKC show standard specifies a perfectly straight center part running from the nose tip to the end of the tail.

When grooming an Old English Sheepdog, the facial hair around the eyes is traditionally:

Answer: Left to fall naturally over the eyes as a breed characteristic

The Old English Sheepdog's characteristic look includes hair that naturally falls over the eyes, and it is left in place per breed standard rather than trimmed.

The 'puppy cut' applied to a Poodle is best described as:

Answer: An even length scissored or clipped all over the body with a rounded head

In pet grooming, the 'puppy cut' refers to an even all-over length with a rounded, plush finish — it is not the formal AKC puppy clip shown in the ring.

Which characteristic is correct for the Siberian Husky's coat according to grooming standards?

Answer: Double coat that should never be shaved except for medical reasons

Siberian Huskies have a thick double coat that provides insulation and should never be shaved as it disrupts natural thermoregulation and coat regrowth.

For an Afghan Hound, the saddle area on the back is groomed by:

Answer: Clipping or shaving the short, close-lying coat on the back saddle area while leaving the sides long

The Afghan Hound's distinctive look includes a natural, close-lying saddle of short hair on the back, often maintained by clipping, contrasting with the long flowing coat on the sides and legs.