Animal Behavior College (ABC) Stage 8 Breed Profiles And Mixed-Breed Styling Practice Exam

The rear section of the Lowchen's body is clipped with which blade sizes?

#10 blade #15 blade #10 or #15 blade No clipping

Correct Answer:

#10 or #15 blade

Explanation:

In the Lowchen’s lion-style trim, the rear part of the body is kept at a short, even length to create a balanced, cohesive silhouette that’s easy to maintain. Using a mid-range blade on that rear section—the lengths you’d get with a #10 or a #15 blade—gives a clean, uniform finish without over-shortening or leaving too much length. The choice between #10 and #15 depends on the coat’s texture and how crisp you want the transition to the hindquarters; #10 yields a slightly crisper, shorter look, while #15 leaves a touch more length for a smoother blend. Either blade size achieves the intended uniformity for the rear, which fits the breed standard, whereas clipping with a much shorter blade or leaving the area untouched would disrupt the characteristic shape and finish.

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