Sentences with phrase «coated breed which»

A double - coated breed which sheds seasonally, regular grooming keeps his coat at its water - resistant best.

Not exact matches

Those were bred by humans, so I don't see the relevance to my point, which is about the selective advantage (not: adaptive value; an interesting but subtly different subject) of having a (dense, thermally insulating) coat vs. not having one.

Because of the Angora's dense coat, which grows to about 3 inches in length, the breed requires a good deal of grooming.

Ensure that your furkid's coat is completely dry after showering as wet fur provides a potential breeding ground for bacteria, which may in turn aggravate skin issues.

Conair's best sellers include all sizes of slicker brushes with varying pin stiffness for removing mats and loose fur / undercoat, and rakes, which are popular for grooming thick, double - coated breeds like German Shepherds, Akitas and Chow - Chows.

This breed comes in two varieties: the «Hairless» which has no coat other than a few tufts of hair and the Powder Puff which is covered with hair.

As this breed adapted to life in the United States, it developed a heavier, coarser coat, which is more dense than its British Shorthair cousins.

There are hundreds of different breeds of dogs, one of which, a Newfoundland breed, has webbed feet and a water - resistant coat.

Breeding two Merle coated parents together can result in a puppy being born with two Merle genes which can resulting in the puppy developing blindness or deafness, this will happen to 1 in 4 of the puppies in the litter, statistically.

The Kennel cut has its origin in the idea that when not showing or otherwise using your dog in the capacity for which he is bred, you would keep his coat very short.

Sadly, this lovely breed suffers from malignant tumors of all kinds — most notably deadly histiocytic sarcoma, which occurs in Flat - Coated Retrievers and Bernese Mountain Dogs FAR more than in any other breed.

Although characteristic of the German Shepherd Dog (which I have bred and judged almost since they walked off the Ark), the double coat is not unique to the GSD, and the grooming techniques I have found to be best are applicable to many breeds.

Frequent brushing when this breed blows its coats will help collect stray hairs, which means fewer chances for finding them everywhere imaginable.

After being brought to Cuba, the breed underwent transformation, specifically to their unique coat texture, which became extremely light and silky.

Sphynx: This instantly recognizable breed is known for its lack of coat, which many people associate with a lack of allergens altogether.

The Hair coat, which is similar to fur in shedding breeds, is the least popular.

As the name implies, this breed has a wire coat featuring a golden rust color which helps him strategically blend in with the dried grasses of his native Hungarian fields.

Breeding for coat, which to a great degree defines the breed, now serves as a disadvantage to the breed as a working dog.

Often called a Hungarian Sheepdog, the Komondor is a large - sized breed that has no trouble standing out in the crowd thanks to its long, white corded coat which gives it the look of a floor mop.

Known for its long coat of hair which is parted down the middle, the Lhasa Apso is a non-sporting breed that finds its origins in Tibet.

Royal Canin Maxi Joint and Coat Care formula is especially formulated for large breeds which are susceptible to joint pain.

This breed's coat needs daily brushing, unless you keep its coat short, in which case it might require less grooming.

The United States is in the grips of a massive heat wave, which means it's important to limit your little dog's time outside, especially small breeds with thick coats or dogs with short muzzles, including Shih Tzus, Pugs, French Bulldogs and Pekingese.

Coats which mat excessively are becoming a problem in Pyrs but a * correct * Pyr coat is self shedding, self cleaning, water - repellant, & non-matting, just like every other LGD out there, long or short (some breeds come in both long & short coats, such as CAS, CO, TMs, & Gamprs).

The breed standard, created by the FCRSA and approved by the American Kennel Club, is the only standard of excellence by which Flat - Coated Retrievers shall be judged.

The Chow Chow breed, which has been known to originate in Siberia thousands of years ago, has developed a thick double coat over the years because of the cold conditions.

Another massive dog on the list, the Newfoundland dog, is a breed that was originally bred to be in the water and to work in the water, which plays to its webbed toes on its paws as well as their thick, dense coats that they have.

The merle coat pattern, which appears mottled, is not traditionally considered part of the breed standard.

Studies have shown that chronic ringworm problems are most common in catteries in which members were genetically related, and breeders may be unintentionally selecting for susceptible cats when they breed for certain coat characteristics.

The challenge with some dogs is they are bred to have an undercoat and not a top coat, which makes their hair extremely fine.

With healthy fats like chicken fat and flaxseed, this recipe supports your dog's healthy skin and coat, plus it comes in larger kibbles which are perfect for large - breed dogs.

Collies can have long and rough or short and smooth coat, but no matter which breed you choose, know that these dogs shed moderately and therefore require regular grooming, including brushing and combing.

The breed standard also permits a corded coat, in which the cords hang evenly and tightly, although the actual length might vary.

Their coats are low - maintenance, and they do not demand a lot of physical activity, which makes them a good breed for owners who have busy schedules.

The American Kennel Club has this to say about the breed: «A large, muscular breed, the Komondor is mostly known for its unusually dense, protective coat of heavy white cords (which make him look like a giant mop!)

The Havanese is a small breed of dog, which has a double coat, but doesn't shed.

This breed has a distinctive coat, which almost resembles dreadlocks.

The Satin Angora rabbit is often used as a fiber animal, which means they are bred to shave their coat — a process that doesn't cause any discomfort.

This dog breed's striking double coat, coat coloring and gorgeous eyes are true showstoppers with which many pet owners fall instantly in love.

With a fluffy, cotton - like coat and an expression which some call «the permanent smile» plastered on their faces, it's easy to see why this breed would be a welcome member to any family.

There are two varieties of the breed: the Hairless, which only has hair on certain parts of its body, and the Powderpuff, which has a long, soft coat.

Some have a rough coarse coat and require sharper scissors, other breeds have thin and a lot of volume in their hair which asks for tinning rather than cutting.

Two strains, the border strain, which was brown and white with a slightly wavy coat, and the Highland strain, which had a gray and white coat, have since been interbred and merged into one breed.

Conformation judging, the beauty contest of canine sports, is based on each breed's standard, which covers structure, coat and temperament.

Standard Poodle dog — dog breeds (the facts, info, dog training tips, health care) The Standard Poodle's most readily identifiable characteristic is its harsh, dense coat, which is presented in various traditional trims or, less frequently, corded.

From its earliest days, these dogs have been known for their distinct blue tongue and heavy, thick coat which makes the breed identifiable in historical references.

The Great Pyrenees is one of the easiest of all breeds to maintain properly because he has been endowed with a coat which is self - cleaning, tangle and mat resistant.

NORMAL - the dog has two copies of the RSPO2 gene with the insertion and it has a coat with proper furnishings and wire hair which is the normal phenotype for the breed.

Wirehaired coats, which are sometimes called broken coats, are those most commonly sported by the terrier breeds.

As the breed's name implies, these dogs have a wired coat which offers the advantage of shedding minimally.