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Is it OK to shave an Afghan Hound?

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Dogs that have a single coat of hair that is medium or long and thick, such as Afghan hounds, Poodles and Silky Terriers, can be shaved in order to help them stay cooler in the heat. However, they should never be shaved close to the skin. 1 авг. 2018 г.


Can you cut Afghan Hound hair?

Although hand-stripping must be done before the bath, you can do a bit of trimming before if you like and finish it off after the dog is dry. You can add a finishing spray to add shine. If you choose to use oil,, then here is how to proceed. You can use oil on your Afghan Hound to shine the coat.

What dog breeds should not be shaved?

Dogs such as golden retrievers, German shepherds, Siberian huskies and any dog that seasonally sheds huge clumps of fur (part of its undercoat) should never be shaved. It is a misconception that shaving will help keep a dog cool on hot days.

Is it cruel to shave dogs?

A dog's fur coat protects him from sunburn and decreases his risk of developing skin cancer.” Shaving a double-coat can also do long-term damage. When it is shaved down to the skin, the undercoat hair will grow back faster, and sometimes will crowd out the slower-growing guard hairs.

How do you groom an Afghan Hound?

The Afghan Hound should always be bathed prior to grooming. At shows a quality grooming spray should be used to moisten the coat before brushing. Always brush from the skin out, using your blow dryer to part the hair. Use your fingers to find mats inaccessible areas like armpits or behind the ears.

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