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June 23, 2025, 6:38 PM- Q: Hi, We let our 4 year old Cavichon's coat grow out. But now it's summer and we wonder whether it's better for her coat to remain long, be groomed shorter (not shaved), or it doesn't matter. Does her kind of coat insulate her from the heat? Thanks....
- A: If her longer hair was kept well brushed and clean it can be "cooler". For most dogs and owners (including us) it seems our dogs are more comfortable with a short (not shaved) coat.