The Snood is the ultimate aid when grooming your dog, it keeps the ears up out of the way so you can easily work on the neck and shoulders. Snoods also protect the coat and ears, keeping everything clean and preventing ears from trailing on the ground or from falling into feeding and water bowls, Ideal to keep a show dogs coat in top condition! Snoods may also be used to keep ears dry on and free from saliva on large breeds. Suitable for bassets, spaniels, standard poodles, afghans and other similar breeds.