How to distinguish between hair and fur in the two layers of an Alaskan Malamute's coat?
The reason Alaskan Malamut / Alaskan Huskies can withstand extreme cold is that they have a thick undercoat.
Undercoat is down, which is a very strong "insulation" layer.
The undercoat is very effective at isolating the cold winds of winter and the high temperatures of summer, allowing the dog's body to maintain a normal temperature, keeping warm in winter and cool in summer!
The texture and purpose of Hair and Fur
Undercoat
It feels thick, soft, and "slippery" to the touch and is used for insulation.
Topcoat
It is more distinct, harder, and has pointed ends, which can resist water and block UV damage (dogs have only 6-10 layers of skin, while humans have 16-20 layers).
Thinking that shaving will make them cooler? NO!
Sweat glands are one of the main ways to dissipate heat, but all dogs have underdeveloped sweat glands, so they can't release heat through their bodies. They mainly dissipate heat through breathing.
If you shave their fur, it will have the opposite effect:
1. Without the insulating layer, their body temperature can't be maintained at a normal level.
2. When the fur grows back after shaving, it will be coarser, sparser, or patchy.
3. It increases the risk of overheating, sunburn, and skin cancer.
4. With thinner fur, the likelihood of insect bites increases.
The undercoat traps moisture, leading to skin diseases.
Hong Kong's weather is particularly humid, and the moisture gets trapped in the undercoat, making skin diseases more likely.
Since you can't shave the fur, regularly brushing it to remove the undercoat is a good way to prevent humidity. Of course, you should also use a dehumidifier!
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