Our dogs have similar fur to a Newfie. I've picked them out one by one, and occasionally had to resort to cutting close to the skin on ones that just would not budge.
The seeds (burrs) of the Burdock are covered in hooks which catch onto the clothes of humans, or the fur of animals that brush against the ripe burrs. Eventually, the seeds, clustered in the burrs, shake loose and are spread over a wide area. Incidentally, it was this hook and cloth process that led to the Velcro fastening system, much used today.
Burrs, as in weed seeds, are a wool contaminant, they decrease the price the farmer gets for his wool.
there is really no difference.....most people say dog hair is what it is called when it falls off the dog and fur when it is on the dog...dogs with short fur/hair get less fleas then dogs with long fur/hair.... dogs also with white or light fur get more fleas then dogs with dark or black fur...
commensalism because one benefits and the other isn't harmed
they can not be born pink but you can dye their fur pink but iit burns its fur and skin (you should not dye your dogs hair)
One example of a seed that contains burrs is the burdock seed. Burdock plants produce burrs that easily attach to fur or clothing, helping in seed dispersal.
Burdock sticks to surfaces through tiny hook-like structures on its burrs, called burs. These hooks easily latch onto fur, clothing, or any passing object, allowing the burdock to attach and be carried to new locations for seed dispersal.
The seeds (burrs) of the Burdock are covered in hooks which catch onto the clothes of humans, or the fur of animals that brush against the ripe burrs. Eventually, the seeds, clustered in the burrs, shake loose and are spread over a wide area. Incidentally, it was this hook and cloth process that led to the Velcro fastening system, much used today.
Seed pods that get caught in animal fur and on human clothing are often from plants like burdock, which produces burrs. These burrs have tiny hooks that easily cling to fur and fabric, aiding in seed dispersal as they travel with animals or humans. This mechanism is an example of a natural adaptation for spreading seeds over distances.
Burdock seeds are dispersed by animal fur. These burdock seeds have little hooks on them which allows them to "catch" onto the fur.
Burdock seeds are dispersed by animal fur. These burdock seeds have little hooks on them which allows them to "catch" onto the fur.
Burdock sticks to clothing due to its burrs, which are covered in tiny, hook-like barbs. These barbs easily latch onto fabric and fur, allowing the seeds to disperse by hitching a ride on animals or humans. This adaptation helps the plant spread its seeds over a wider area, aiding in its reproduction. The burrs' design is a natural example of how plants utilize physical mechanisms for survival and propagation.
The side of Velcro that resembles the hooks of the burdock fruit is the "hook" side. This side features small, stiff hooks that catch onto the loops of the opposite "loop" side, allowing the two surfaces to adhere to each other. The design was inspired by the way burdock burrs cling to animal fur and clothing.
Burdock typically grows as a biennial plant, producing a rosette of large leaves in its first year and flowering stalks in its second year. It thrives in disturbed soils, such as roadsides and fields, and can reach heights of up to 6 feet. The plant develops a deep taproot, which helps it access moisture and nutrients. Its distinctive burrs, which cling to fur and clothing, aid in seed dispersal.
Burrs in wool refer to the prickly seed pods from certain plants, such as burdock or thistles, that can cling to sheep's fleece. These burrs can be a nuisance during shearing, as they can damage the wool and make it more difficult to process. Additionally, they can irritate the sheep's skin, leading to discomfort. Removing burrs is important for maintaining the quality of the wool and the health of the sheep.
A. Cocklebur (Xanthium strumarium); B. Burdock (Arctium lappa); C. Bur Clover (Medicago hispida)
Burrs, as in weed seeds, are a wool contaminant, they decrease the price the farmer gets for his wool.