Sentences with phrase «haired breeds»

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), small dogs that are less than ten pounds (like Chihuahuas and toy terriers), short - haired breeds like greyhounds, and short - legged breeds like dachshunds need coats because they are more likely to get cold faster.
Their short fur requires no special grooming unlike long - haired breeds, and they have very few breed specific diseases.
For dogs, grooming distributes the natural oils, reduces mats and tangles in long - haired breeds, and keeps the skin healthy.
His coat doesn't shed nearly as much as those of other short - haired breeds, and his facial furnishings can be kept in trim easily.
Keeping the hair short around the eyes for long - haired breeds will also give them a better view.
Juvenile - onset demodicosis occurs in pets 3 - 12 months old, and the short - haired breeds are most commonly affected.
Hairballs in cats are more likely to appear in long - haired breeds, such as Persians and Maine Coons.
It is a common misconception to think that long - haired breeds shed more excessively than short - haired breeds.
The small size can easily trim around the eyes on longer haired breeds.
Preventing Eye Problems Long - haired breeds can get eye damage if their locks aren't tamed.
Furnishings refer to the variation of longer facial hair seen in all wire haired breeds as well as some others.
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.
Having said this, the omega - 3 levels are fairly low, so I recommend this food for short - haired breeds.
Likewise, long haired cat breeds may shed more often than short haired breeds.
Crossbreeding between established short - haired breeds and long - haired breeds (possibly Norwegian Forest cats), which voyaged across to America with the Vikings in longboats.
Long - haired breeds are especially uncomfortable and not meant to live in hot environments.
Their long, fluffy double coat needs a good regular brush, but is not as high - care as many long - haired breeds.
Especially with long haired breeds like the Golden Retriever, breeders played close attention to the consistency and length of their dog's coats.
Generally, a bristle brush, grooming mitt or even Rubbermaid gloves work well on short - haired breeds.
Long - haired breeds - such as Persians and Maine Coons - are at significantly greater risk than short - haired breeds.
Ideal for dog and cat owners, the FURminator ® deShedding Tool comes in a variety of sizes for all types of short - and long - haired breeds.
This is especially effective in long - haired breeds.
Long - haired breeds might need a flea comb, shedding blade and / or dull - tooth wire comb - type brush.
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.
There is more work to be done with long haired breeds and a great deal with Persians which have a very thick undercoat as well as a long top layer of hair.
For the long haired breeds, a wide toothed bristle is ideal as it helps in detangling matted hair, while the short haired ones require a tight - spaced and soft bristles.
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.
If you:... prefer to do a minimum of grooming: Consider short - haired breeds: Domestic Shorthairs, or, among the purebreds, Siamese or Burmese.
The dual - variable controls also reduce unnecessary noise when grooming smaller, short - haired breeds.
This is especially important in long - haired breeds.
Many have fur so matted that it all had to be shaved off, and even the short haired breeds suffer from thin dull coats.
These are especially common in long - haired breeds — check carefully behind ears, around neck, between toes, around their legs, and under their tail.
Most dogs, especially short - haired breeds, need protection from the cold.
And the faces of even short - haired breeds can need routine grooming to keep them free of clumps, stains, dried food particles, and other blotches.
There are certain breeds of dogs, long - haired breeds especially, that will suffer from the heat the most.
Long - haired breeds such as Maltese and shih tzus are prone to mats, making regular brushing essential.
Some long - haired breeds, such as Persians, Ragdolls, and Maine Coons are much more likely to get hairballs; as are cats who groom themselves compulsively.
I have never met a cat without some hairball problems, especially long - haired breeds.
Smooth - haired breeds like Jack Russells, Whippets or Staffordshire Bull Terriers, have no need to visit a professional but Schnauzers, Poodles, and fluffy breeds like Shih - Tzus need regular attention and even specific hairstyles if they are being shown.
Flaxseed and salmon oil provide high levels of omega fatty acids, making it a food that is especially suited to long - haired breeds.
Different breeds of dog require different products, long - haired breeds may need clippers, de-tangling spray etc while short - haired breeds may only require a slicker brush and nail trimmers.
Most people that live in a city or a small house look for small pets which can adapt to living in an limited space, while short - haired breeds are especially
As long - haired breeds, they also tend to shed.
Good grooming habits, a regular flea - control regimen and plentiful exercise will prevent most hot spots, which occur most frequently on long - haired breeds, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Originally, Dorothy Hinds - Daugherty named this breed «silver laces» when she attempted to mix Siamese cats with other, long - haired breeds.
Dogs and cats get cold, particularly short - haired breeds, senior citizens, puppies, and pets with medical conditions.
Great, for all breeds, but especially short - haired breeds like boxers, bulldogs and Pit Bulls.
The undercoat is shorter than the longer overlay, which is the opposite of most haired breeds.
Your dog's coat type will dictate how he should be groomed: wire «slicker» brushes should be used on long - haired breeds, non-molting dogs need professional clipping every few months, and wiry types should be stripped when necessary.
Some people find these combination dog brushes awkward to get used to especially on long - haired breeds.
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