Which dog is combination-coated?

• A. Borzoi
• B. English Setter
• C. Belgian Malinois
• D. Doberman Pinscher

Answer: (A)

Two-texture coats are described as combination-coated when a dog has both a soft undercoat and a longer outer coat, creating a noticeable contrast in texture across the body. The Borzoi fits this well, with a long, silky outer coat and a soft undercoat, plus feathering on the ears, legs, and tail that adds to the mixed textures. The other breeds listed either have short, uniform coats (Belgian Malinois and Doberman Pinscher) or a long, feathered coat described more as long-coated rather than a clear two-texture combination in grooming terms (English Setter). So, the Borzoi best exemplifies a combination-coated coat.