Of medium texture, straight to slightly wavy, weather resistent, of moderate length with an undercoat. The quantity of undercoat varies with climate. Hair short and smooth on the head, outside of ears, front of forelegs and below the hocks. There is a moderate mane and frill, more pronounced in dogs than bitches. Non-typical coats are severe faults.
All colors are strong, clear and rich.
Butterfly nose should not be faulted under one year of age. On allcolors the areas surrounding the ears and eyes are dominated by color other than white. The hairline of a white collar does not exceed the point of the withers.