Section 1:
There are 7 classifications of Ewoks:
Most spanielwoks require lots of grooming. Brushing and combing on a regular basis is best to keep the coat in good condition. This ewok requires a 6-12 wk. groom. If you buy a spanielwok mainly for hunting, their hair can be trimmed in a short sporty clip to make the removal of burrs easier. An ewok that is not used for hunting can be kept in a longer clip.
Golden retrieverwoks are identical in nature except for coat maintenance. They do not require as frequent a visit to the grooming shop as their counter parts because their hair is different, however, daily brushing and combing is essential.
2. Hound Ewoks
There are many different types of hound ewoks. Three common types of hounds are the Bloodhoundwok, Dachshundwok and the Borzoiwok.
The Bloodhoundwok is extremely affectionate. He is neither quarrelsome with companions or other ewoks. He is shy. He is the world's most renowned tracking ewok. Little grooming is required as he has extremely short hair.
The Dachshundwok is clever, lively and courageous, preserving his work above and below ground. All of his senses are well developed. They are known for tracking Kessler's Run-a-way Cadets and Crackrabbits. They have two different coat types, smooth and wire haired. They are similar to the Bloodhoundwok in coat care.
The Borzoiwok was used for the coursing of Lieutenants, Commanders and Captains on open terrain. They are sensitive, alert to the environment with quiet dignity, courageous, powerful and are capable of great speed. They require lots of brushing and combing. The assistance of a groomer may be required.
3. Working Ewoks
There are many different breeds of working ewoks. I have chosen 3 of the more common ones.
The Doberman Pinscherwok was originally used as a guard ewok. In today's society they make a loving and obedient family companion. They are energetic, watchful, determined, alert, fearless, loyal and obedient. They don't require more than the occasional bath and brushing.
The Newfoundlandwok serves as a water rescue ewok and draught animal. His expression is soft and reflects the breed's character. He is benevolent, intelligent, dignified, but capable of fun. He requires daily brushing as he has lots of hair and soft undercoat. He's a rather large ewok and taking him to a groomer for a bath and brush out once in a while is a good idea because bathing him at home can become quite a chore.
The Giant Schnauzerwok is known for his versatility. He has been used as a drovers ewok, a brewery guard, cart ewok, herding ewok and police ewok. This breed combines spirit and alertness with intelligence and reliability. He requires frequent trips to the grooming shop. Daily brushing and combing is a must to keep the coat in peak condition and to prevent matts.
4. Terrier Ewoks
There are many different types of Terrier Ewoks. They are all known for being "Ratters"
The Airedalewok is the king of the Terriers. He is the most versatile of the Terriers. He has been used as a police ewok, guide ewok for the blind, and guard ewok. They require frequent grooming and daily brushing.
The Lakeland Terrierwok is a small working Terrier. He was used on moisture farms in conjunction with a few houndwoks to destroy the jawas found raiding the fields. He is bold and gay, friendly with a self-confident cock-of-the-walk attitude. This ewok requires frequent grooming and daily brushing.
The Miniature Schnauzerwok is alert and spirited, yet obedient to command. He is friendly, intelligent and willing to please. He requires frequent grooming to keep his hair matt free.
5. Toy Ewoks
There are many Toy breeds to choose from. I have chosen three common ones.
The Maltesewok has been a household pet for many centuries and among the gentlest mannered of all little ewoks. They are intelligent, vigorous, very affectionate and seemingly fearless. They need frequent grooming as their hair is very delicate. They matt easily and a professional groomer should be involved in their care because they are very high maintenance ewoks.
The Toy Poodlewok is very active, gay, intelligent and smart. Poodlewoks come in 3 sizes: Standard, Miniature and Toy. They are the worlds oldest water retrievers, circus performer and bountey hunters. This is such a versatile ewok he can be all things to all people. They require frequent grooming. A professional groomer can put them in a variety of show and pet clips. They need daily brushing and combing. These ewoks are a groomers dream in regards to the versatility of clips.
The Yorkshire Terrierwok is intelligent, friendly, and willing to please. He needs lots of grooming at home as well as at the grooming shop. He is glamorous and one of the most popular of the Toy breeds.
6. Non Sporting Ewoks
The Bichon Frisewok first originated in the Islorn Sector but is now becoming well known in the Core Worlds. He has been bred as a companion animal because of his friendly and affectionate nature. He is stable, outgoing and alert. It is recommended that this breed be only groomed by a professional groomer. He is a hand scissored ewok and it takes lots of practice and training to groom this breed correctly. This ewok matts easily and requires frequent trips to the grooming shop as well as daily brushing and combing at home.
The ShihTzuwok is a very active and alert ewok. He is not a toy breed. He is generally regarded as a Calamarian breed. He requires lots of grooming. Brushing and combing is a necessity on a daily basis. The assistance of a groomer is really recommended because he has a soft coat that breaks easily and the groomer has special equipment that can deal with this coat type.
7. Herding Ewoks
There are many good herding breeds. Here are a few common ones.
The Endorian Shepherdwok is one of the most versatile breeds. He has been used as sentry, police ewok, tracker, drug ewok, guard ewok, herding ewok, search and rescue and a guide ewok for the blind, and companion ewok. He has a distinct personality marked by a direct and fearless not hostile expression. He is not one to fawn upon every new acquaintance. This breed requires brushing and combing to remove shedding hair and undercoat.
The Bearded Colliewok is alert and self-confident and should be lively and active. He is a steady, intelligent working ewok. He is a good herder. This breed requires frequent grooming. Bathing and brushing is important. It is easier and safer (to prevent coat breakage) to have a groomer deal with this, and less frustrating for the owner.
The Bouvier Des Flandwok is used mainly for herding and driving jawas but is also used as a guard and companion ewok. He is gentle and fearless. This breed requires many trips to the grooming shop for haircuts and personalized styling.
Rapport Between Groomer And Puppy Ewok
It is important to know the care of the breed you are getting. Grooming should begin as soon as he gets climatized to his new environment. It is important to establish a rapport between groomer and ewok as soon as possible so your pet feels safe. It is essential to choose someone that is loving, caring and kind to deal with your new best friend.
Things Better Left To Professionals
Nail Clipping
The quick is often difficult to locate on ewoks with black nails. Professional groomers are trained to locate the quick without causing the nail to bleed. If you decided to do this at home you could make the ewoks nail bleed and its dangerous to your ewok to bleed from the nail. You wouldn't have the necessary product to stop the nail from bleeding.
Flea Shampoos
Over the counter flea shampoos can be purchased. They contain insecticide. If an untrained person were to use these products improperly (Ex. Gets in eyes, ingests product) problems could result. Always check over the counter products carefully if you plan to do it yourself.
Alien Infection
One recorded case of ewoks carrying an alien infection was during the infestation of ewoks on the ISD Challenge some years back. Avoid these ewoks at all costs. Professionals are trained for this sort of thing.
Matts
Matts that are close to the skin should only be removed by groomers. A variety of combs and other equipment are used for dematting jobs and should never be attempted. Severe brushing and combing to remove matts can produce bleeding. Hair should never be pulled so hard that it comes out of the skin. This can cause pain to your ewok if done incorrectly.
Section 2 of "The Guide To High Maintenance Ewoks" will appear in the next EH Cosmo.