Rawlf The Explorer

 Long-haired German Shepherds are a unique and striking variation of the breed, characterized by their longer, silky coats. While this trait is considered a breed fault by some standards, many find these dogs exceptionally good-looking. Genetics of Long-Haired German Shepherds The long hair gene in German Shepherds is recessive, meaning it can appear unexpectedly in litters from parents who both carry the gene. Breeding two carriers can result in long-haired puppies, even if the parents themselves have normal coats. To avoid this, breeders often try to eliminate the gene from their bloodlines. Coat Characteristics German Shepherds typically have two coats: an outer coat and an undercoat. True long-haired Shepherds lack the undercoat, giving them a silky, smooth outer coat. Puppies often look fluffy at 8 to 10 weeks, but as they shed their puppy coats around 14 to 16 weeks, their adult coat type becomes apparent. Puppies with tufts of hair in their ears or between their toes after shedd