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Tag Archives: grooming
WHEN WILL IT STOP?! (SHEDDING)
As the sun sets on another layer of black fog hovering across the floor . . . Also known as “coat turnover” or “blowing coat”: Jade NEVER “blows coat” – she sheds a little at a time and not much. I’ve … Continue reading
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BASIC COAT CARE FOR A NEWFOUNDLAND
(Last updated 5/25/22) Grooming your Newfoundland serves multiple purposes. Combing and brushing removes loose hair, and doing this frequently will prevent development of mats and keep your dog’s skin healthier. Bathing regularly will not only make the Newf clean and huggable, … Continue reading
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COAT CONDITIONERS?
Over the years throughout history, unusual materials have been used as baths, soaks, skin conditioners and hair conditioners. The list can grow long and strange. So, perhaps this isn’t so strange: Soybean oil. I have no idea whether it has … Continue reading
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BALANCING THE LOAD (testing design limits)
Something that I’ve learned about, sometimes the hard way, over the years is the need for appropriate design of tools and equipment, and the need for appropriate application. When you exceed design limitations with use, bad things can and do … Continue reading
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