744 – Drop-Coated Dog Care: Grooming & Breeding Secrets with Pat Keen-Fernandes
About this episode
Laura Reeves interviews Pat Keen-Fernandes about grooming and breeding drop-coated dog breeds.
Drop-Coated Dog Care: Grooming & Breeding Secrets with Pat Keen-Fernandes [caption id="attachment_16535" align="alignleft" width="183"] Pat Keen Fernandes judging the YTCA Top Twenty.[/caption] Host Laura Reeves sits down with legendary handler Pat Keen-Fernandes at the Yorkshire Terrier Club of America National Specialty to discuss the strict weekly bathing regimen required for drop-coated breeds, the genetics behind eliminating face staining and the crucial need for mentorship and pet trusts within the purebred dog community. Episode Highlights The Golden Rule of Drop Coats: Learn why a strict bathing regimen every five to seven days is the single most critical factor in achieving a beautiful, flowing coat. Choosing the Right Tools: Discover why a high-quality, forgiving pin brush with a flexible, squishy pad is the ultimate tool for maintaining delicate coats without causing damage. Shih Tzu School & Mentorship: Pat shares how she is giving back to the sport by mentoring new exhibitors through Shih Tzu School to help preserve the future of drop-coated breeds. Breeding for Health and Structure: Explore how selective breeding naturally prevents issues like tear-staining…
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