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Yes, I have a friend that claims her terrier doesn't shed? Is this true?
Do all dogs shed?
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Some dogs have hair and some have fur. Many types of terriers have hair that will come out in strands, but they don't shed. Those terriers require grooming because the hair will continue to grow. Other terriers have fur that sheds out because of seasonal changes.
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Dr. Louis N. Gotthelf
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Dermatology and ear diseases of dogs and cats
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I am the author of "Small Animal Ear Diseases; An Illustrated Guide" published by W.B. Saunders. I have over 25 years of clinical experience with a special interest in dermatologic conditions and ear diseases.
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American Academy of Veterinary Dermatology
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