The phrase
"haired breed" typically refers to a type of animal, such as a dog or a cat, that has a specific type or length of hair. It indicates the particular breed or species that has a distinguishable coat or fur characteristic.
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Because the coat is so short, it sheds less than those of
longer haired breeds, making it less likely to cause allergic reactions in its human companions.
There is not a great deal to do with
short haired breeds as they can keep their coats in tip top condition with little or no help.
This is a problem in, long - coated thick -
haired breeds of dogs with rich oily coats.
Any dog could potentially experience ear trouble, but long -
haired breeds with excessive hair and upright outer ears are especially susceptible to canine ear infections.
This means it's not suitable for dogs with thick coats (these probably don't need a coat anyway), but is great for short -
haired breeds in cold weather.
By the late 1800s distinctive breeds were being established and cat shows held, with the newly introduced long -
haired breeds especially popular.
One website referred to a
wire haired breed as «easily greasy» and this is perhaps accidentally a good description of one of the issues which owners and cats must deal with.
What are the essential grooming items you would suggest to someone welcoming a long -
haired breed into their home, or someone wanting to grow out their dog's coat?
Long -
haired breeds who shed lightly are great for allergy sufferers and those who enjoy a tidy home.
My dog is a short hair and doesn't shed as much as most
long haired breeds, however she does shed.
Similar to other delicate
short haired breeds, it prefers warm climate but can also thrive in northern countries if provided with doggie clothing.
A good mat remover will be your best weapon in detangling matted fur in long
haired breeds like springer spaniels.
For long
haired breeds such as golden retrievers or Persians or other breeds that fit the grooming stereotype, like poodles or Shih Tzu's, it is recommended for your pet to be groomed every four to six weeks in order to maintain a manageable coat for you and your groomer.
Long hair breeds need to be cut and trimmed on a regular basis, and even short
haired breeds need their nails trimmed, teeth cleaned, and other areas of the body properly taken care of.
While you can pay to have your dog professionally groomed, some long -
haired breeds require more frequent attention.
This dog was a
curly haired breed that was found throughout France, Russia, Hungary, and several other places.
Short hair breeds will loss small patches of hair within these lesions while long
haired breeds most commonly develop seborrhea.
When it comes to clipping your dog's nails, be sure not to miss out on the dewclaws, especially in long -
haired breeds where they are covered by fur.
The English Mastiff is a short
haired breed which often has a dark brown or black occurring brindle.
Not unlike all rabbits, this long -
haired breed thrives on a diet that is rich in fibers and roughage.
However, some long -
haired breeds whose fur becomes matted or hopelessly tangled may ned to have their hair cut.
Breed Predisposition - Short -
haired breeds almost exclusively affected such as Boxers, Doberman Pinschers, English Bulldogs, Great Danes, Weimaraners, Mastiffs, German Short - Haired Pointers, Rottweilers
Another long -
haired breed makes the ancient list as the Norwegian Forest cat can trace its furry roots back centuries to the area of Norway.
As with the above recipe, it is better for short -
haired breeds due to low levels of omega - 3, and, as it does not contain glucosamine or chondroitin, I don't recommend it for large or giant breed pups.
The German Shepherd continued to be shown as a wire haired and a long
haired breed up until 1915.
But even these short
haired breeds still get sheared once a year, usually in the spring, not only to help the sheep stay cool through the summer but also to help lambs find their mother's udder and latch on.
Especially with long
haired breeds like the Golden Retriever, breeders played close attention to the consistency and length of their dog's coats.
Short haired dogs, such as Labrador Retrievers, can shed as much (if not more) than longer
haired breeds such as Rough Collies.
Any dog could potentially experience ear trouble, but long -
haired breeds with excessive hair and upright... read more
While they are great for short, medium or
curly haired breeds (such as a St Bernard or German Shepherd), slicker brushes often aren't the best choice for long - haired dogs.
Furnishings refer to the variation of longer facial hair seen in all
wire haired breeds as well as some others.
With all the fur our four legged companions can have, especially
long haired breeds like the Afghan Hound, it can be easy to forget dogs have skin at all.
But if pollen is your problem and you're desperate for a dog, go with a short -
haired breed.
A December 2010 release of 100 + puppy mill dogs resulted in eight of 12 long
haired breed dogs having to have one eye removed due to ulcers from ammonia.
Lastly, Layton says two necessary preventative maintenance measures are brushing your pet's teeth and hair (for long -
haired breeds).
Short
haired breeds may be more prone to the condition, and puppies may present with «moth - eaten» areas of hair loss around the head.
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