Which statement about towel drying is true?

• A. The towel should be moved back-and-forth quickly in a rough manner.
• B. The towel can be used to blot and gently press moisture.
• C. Toweling is unnecessary if you have a blower.
• D. You should rub the coat vigorously to dry faster.

Answer: (B)

The main idea is to remove moisture from the coat with minimal friction, using the towel to blot and gently press water out. Blotting absorbs water without rubbing, which helps prevent tangling, matting, or coat damage and protects the skin from irritation. This approach also speeds up the overall drying process when you combine towel drying with a blow-dryer, since most moisture is already removed and less heat exposure is needed.

Rubbing back-and-forth or rubbing vigorously can rough up the fur, create tangles or frizz, and irritate the skin, which is why those methods aren’t recommended. Even if you plan to use a blower, towel drying is still important to take out the bulk of the water first, making the blow-drying safer and more efficient.

So, blotting and gently pressing moisture with a towel is the best practice.