The mom that I just retired was black and gold til she was 18 months. She began to change her color across her hips then and continued to lighten for the most part til she left here at age 6 years.
As for the soft coat..puppy coats are deceptive and you might not know what texture the coat will be til the puppy coat is shed. IF, the coat continues to be soft, and IF you want a longer coat, use thinning shears and hold the layers up, starting at the part down the back. Take a few whacks with the thinners til you have an approximate amt that you like. Both hobbyists and show breeders manage full, unruly coats that way.
I know you will enjoy that baby no matter what the coat texture is.. |