Clipping Hair Coat Removes Natural Insulation
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Many owners clip their dog's long hair coat in the belief that
this will keep their dog cool during the hot summer days.
Unfortunately, this is not the case. A hair coat actually acts as
insulation for a pet, keeping the cold out in winter and the heat
out in summer. Clipping is not a good idea in dogs that are not
routinely clipped. The lack of insulation only makes them hotter.
Since the only way they can dissipate heat is by panting, they
have to pant that much harder to get rid of the extra body heat.
A hair coat may need to be clipped for therapeutic reasons
such as an underlying skin problem or excessive matting of the
hair. If in doubt, consult your veterinarian for advice on
whether your dog's hair coat can be safely clipped.
Reprinted with permission from www.animalhealthcare.ca
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