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20/10/2026

"Shaving or Clipping a dog's coat in the summer will keep them cooler." True or False

So which breed? What is the context?

At the moment the debate on line is "does a double coat keep a dog cool" - it is an insulator - meant to keep warmth in or can it act as a buffer?? - in most of the posts i see no evidence is presented or facts of the situation either way, just opinions and so from there people jump straight to you therefore should clip or not clip - and that is what the debate is around (or should i say - people pick a side). With no other context...

I wanted this to be a regular post to get people to think about this topic and wanted to keep it short but with the amount of "hit and run" advice and people putting up links of opinions rather than facts I wanted to do a post to get you thinking about context and to make an informed decision for your dog...

FOR CONTEXT is anyone asking -

" how much do these dogs spend outside - even in the shade" could Shaving or clipping a dog's coat actually make them more susceptible to sunburn and overheating?

" can the dogs cope with being clipped " could spending excess time on a grooming table or standing still could make the dog uncomfortable and heart rate to go up ?

"has the dog suffered or nearly suffered from heat stroke before"?

Also discuss the alternatives and has regular brushing and grooming too help remove excess hair and kept your dog more comfortable int he past?.

Look at using cooling mats, walking at cooler times.

Clipping is an option for some double coated dogs - but then how much do you clip?

Social media is a breeding ground for them vs us - please focus on the dog in front of you and what do they need and do your research for your dog. Look at articles and books of the anatomy, function and structure of your dogs skin, coat and body. If you ask a professional - ask their sources - have they studied dermatology and the dogs anatomy and functions???

Even talking to experts I trust they do not fully know the answer to this question - so instead of us beating each other up over clip or not clip - lets do what we can for these dogs to keep them cool in hot temperatures

Is your dog a couch potato[image: photoshoped dog in a pink robe with a bowl of popcorn on a sofa]
19/10/2026

Is your dog a couch potato

[image: photoshoped dog in a pink robe with a bowl of popcorn on a sofa]

VISIT http://www.k9confidential.co.uk to BOOK an Exclusive Slot from Dawn to Dusk for just you and your dog/s. During Wi...
14/10/2026

VISIT http://www.k9confidential.co.uk to BOOK an Exclusive Slot from Dawn to Dusk for just you and your dog/s. During Winter We cannot accept new accounts.

"All dogs need the same amount of exercise.???????"Different breeds, different ages and different individual dogs have v...
13/10/2026

"All dogs need the same amount of exercise.???????"

Different breeds, different ages and different individual dogs have varying exercise needs. Factors such as age, health, and breed should be considered when determining the appropriate amount of exercise for a specific dog. But aswell as the AMOUNT ...consider the type. Variety is the spice of life and beign sure your dog is getting the right TYPE of exercise is important. Such as: walking, walking over bumpy ground, low impact play, high impact play, running ...... what do you feel would be healthy for your dog

The Eternal Struggle lol Trying to get a picture of your dog[image of a dogs bottom]
12/10/2026

The Eternal Struggle lol Trying to get a picture of your dog

[image of a dogs bottom]

Did you know that a practitioner “being there” changes the dynamic and your dog may not behave as it would in its natura...
07/10/2026

Did you know that a practitioner “being there” changes the dynamic and your dog may not behave as it would in its natural/normal setting...

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"MY DOG KNOWS WHEN HE HAS DONE WRONG." Dogs may show appeasing behaviors such as turning their head and showing whites o...
06/10/2026

"MY DOG KNOWS WHEN HE HAS DONE WRONG." Dogs may show appeasing behaviors such as turning their head and showing whites of eyes, licking lips or laying down and ears back, when they've done something that upsets their owners, but this is not the same as guilt or knowing they have done wrong. They only know their owners are upset and are responding to their owner's body language and tone of voice.

[image: dog showing appeassing behaviours next to a puddle of p*e and a human pointing at the p*e]

When your dog has more instagram followers than you[image: Dog with Sunglasses on a beach looking very happy]
05/10/2026

When your dog has more instagram followers than you

[image: Dog with Sunglasses on a beach looking very happy]

At The End of Your Tether?Noticed a Change in Your Dog?Feel Like You Are Out of Control?If you are concerned about you d...
30/09/2026

At The End of Your Tether?

Noticed a Change in Your Dog?

Feel Like You Are Out of Control?

If you are concerned about you dog, we can help you. Work with us and introduce lifestyle changes, learn new skills and discover effective tools. You will gain an understanding of your dogs needs allowing for a more relaxed situation for you all to enjoy.

Are You Facing Any of These Situations With Your Dog? Aggression, Barking, Reactivity, Urinating in the home, Anxiety....

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