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Double-coated dogs have an undercoat and a top coat for varied protection. Coats grow independently with different lengths, textures, and colors.
Undercoat: dense, fluffy, and closest to the skin. It insulates dogs from hot and cold temperatures, providing protection.
A dog’s topcoat repels moisture and dirt thanks to the wiry nature of the hairs. This coat lays atop the fluffy undercoat and acts like a shield.
Fluffy dogs and some terrier breeds have double coats. Shedding alone doesn't determine coat type. Methods to identify coat type explained.
Feel the coat against hair growth. Coarse top coat with soft, poofy undercoat? It's a double coat.
Observe shedding hair. If you see two different types of hair, your dog likely has a double coat.
Identify breed type. Cold weather-adapted breeds like Huskies usually have double coats.
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