The coat can be classified as one of three types, 'Horse Coat' being not more than one-quarter inch in length with a harsh feel, 'Brush Coat' less than one inch in length with a velvety feel, or 'Bear Coat' being longer than one inch in length with a wavy smooth feel.Shedding in this breed is minimal and occurs through a process called 'blowing coat'. This usually happens in the spring and fall over a short period of a few days.