ABC Grooming: Stage 5, Dog Grooming Details
The heavier the dog's ears is, the more likely he is to contract ear infections, mostly because -
ANS-The heavy leathers keep the insides of the ears warm and moist, which are ideal
conditions for bacteria to grow.
Why are the grooming details described in this stage important? - ANS-They contribute to the
aesthetic appearance of the dog and they pertain to the dogs health.
Both when clipping a dog's nails and trimming between the paw pads you should start with the
dog's: - ANS-Rear feet
If a dog tries to pull his foot out of your hand while you are trimming his nails, you should: -
ANS-Hold firmly, but do not hurt the dog
Which of the following is not a recommended method of removing tearstained from a dog's
underage area?
A. Clipping them out with electric clippers
B. Cutting them out with shears
C. Wiping them off with a cotton ball and dampened water
D. Using a safe commercial whitening product - ANS-B. Cutting them out with shears
Which of the dog's teeth tend to accumulate the most plaque? - ANS-Molars
What is the "Quick"? - ANS-The innermost part of the nail that contains blood vessels and
nerves
Why are cotton balls helpful when placed in a dog's ears during bathing? - ANS-They prevent
water from getting into the ear canal
The primary purpose of the sanitary trim is to: - ANS-Keep the area around the genitals clean
What is porphyrin? - ANS-A reddish pigment that is commonly present in a dog's tears and
saliva
______ eventually builds up and turns into ______ - ANS-Plaque; tartar
Before applying bows to a client's dog you should: - ANS-Verify that the client is okay with
having bows on her dog
What is usually the first sign of tooth problems or gum disease? - ANS-Halitosis
, Canines who spend most of their time _______ on carpet will have longer nails than those who
walk on concrete, dirt, and other areas with sufficient traction because their nails file down
naturally. - ANS-Indoors
For the beginning groomer, it is recommended that the nail-trimming procedure is done: -
ANS-Prior to the bath, in the case the quick is hit
Where is the best place to express a dog's anal sacs? - ANS-In the bathtub
A dog's anal glands - ANS-Emit secretions onto his feces for identification by other animals
To help prevent hitting the "quick" with both black and clear-white nails, groomers make small
slices as they trim back the nails - ANS-True
Which of the following statements is false about hematoma on a dog's ears?
A. Hematomas are caused by a break in a blood vessel
B. Hematomas can be present underneath mats in the ears
C. The dog shaking his head can help relieve the hematoma
D. Removal of a mat on the ear can cause hematomas to develop - ANS-C. The dog shaking
his head can help relieve the hematoma
Which of the following is not a potential sign of an ear infection?
A. Scratching or pawing at the ears
B. Yellow, odorous discharge
C. Matted hair around one ear
D. Hair inside the ear canal - ANS-D. Hair inside the ear canal
Scissor-type nail trimmers are best used on small dogs and cats - ANS-True
Which of the following breeds of dogs does not have wrinkles
A. Dogue de Bordeaux
B. Pomeranian
C. Neapolitan Mastiff
D. Boxer - ANS-B. Pomeranian
All dogs require frequent anal-sac expression - ANS-False
Which of the following is a false statement regarding a dog's ears?
A. Prick ears stand upright like those of most German Shepherds
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