What is the primary purpose of hand stripping?

• A. Removal of dead topcoat from the root by hand
• B. Cutting the coat to length
• C. Dyeing the coat
• D. Cleaning dirt from fur

Answer: (A)

Hand stripping is about removing dead, shed hairs from the coat by pulling them out at the root to encourage fresh, healthy growth and preserve the coat’s natural wiry texture. This method targets the dead topcoat and allows new hairs to come in with the proper structure and color, which is especially important for breeds with harsh, wiry coats. It’s not about cutting the coat to a shorter length, dyeing the fur, or cleaning dirt—that would involve clipping, coloring, or bathing, respectively.