A dog's coat type is defined by hair length, texture, and presence of an undercoat.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only by color
• D. Only by breed

Answer: (A)

Coat type is defined by hair length, texture, and the presence of an undercoat. These hair characteristics determine how a coat behaves, how it sheds, and what grooming tools and techniques are needed. For example, a double-coated dog has an outer guard coat plus an undercoat, which affects brushing frequency and deshedding needs, while a single-coated dog lacks that undercoat and has different grooming requirements. Color or breed do not determine coat type since color can vary within a breed and different breeds can share similar coat textures and lengths. So the statement is true.