Match the following terms with the correct definition:

A. tool used to break down and separate mats into smaller ones
B. the process of applying a chemical pesticide or medication to the skin and hair coat to treat a specific condition
C. the care of an animal's external body, including, hair coat, ears, nails, and anal glands
D. the process of removing a specific amount of hair from one or more locations
E. tool that fits over the end of the clippers to prevent trimming too short
F. the act of cleaning the hair with a thin comb that helps remove tangles and mats
G. the process of removing small amounts of hair
H. the act of cleaning the hair coat using a soft brush
I. areas of hair that are interwoven together and form a large clump
J. the ear drum
K. the blood supply of the nail
L. the process of taking down an amount of hair close to the skin
M. slim, long wooden applicator used to clot the end of a bleeding nail
N. the protein that strengthens the nail bed
O. the ear flap
P.
Q.
R.


A. mat splitter
B. dipping
C. grooming
D. clipping
E. clipper guard
F. combing
G. trimming
H. brushing
I. mat
J. tympanic membrane
K. quick
L. shaving
M. silver nitrate stick
N. keratin
O. pinna
P. anal glands
Q. bathing
R. nail bed

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A) gently tell the mother that, unfortunately, she cannot hold the baby until the coroner arrives. B) hand the child to the mother and allow the parents time alone with the child. C) request that a law enforcement officer remain with the mother. D) move the infant to the ambulance and transport.

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