{"id":1919,"date":"2026-03-03T15:00:26","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T14:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pomsdelalezardiere.fr\/care\/the-german-spitz-fur\/"},"modified":"2026-03-04T16:31:23","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T15:31:23","slug":"double-coat","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.pomsdelalezardiere.fr\/en\/grooming-nutrition\/double-coat\/","title":{"rendered":"The German Spitz&#8217;s double coat"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bg-color-2&#8243;][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;title-left&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>An abundance of fur<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The German Spitz&#8217;s thick coat is relatively easy to care for, provided it is groomed regularly and thoroughly to maintain its cleanliness, volume, and silky appearance.<\/p>\n<p>Its coat is naturally low-odor and does not tangle easily when properly maintained.<\/p>\n<p>The Spitz has a particularly abundant double coat (complex fur), composed of:<\/p>\n<p>long, straight outer coat hairs,<\/p>\n<p>and a dense, woolly, and soft undercoat (down).<\/p>\n<p>This specific structure gives the Spitz its characteristic volume and elegant appearance, while also providing good protection against the cold and varying weather conditions.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;7012&#8243; img_size=&#8221;500*500&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bg-color-1&#8243;][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;6981&#8243; img_size=&#8221;500*400&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>The Role of the Coat and Shedding<\/h2>\n<p>The outer coat protects the undercoat (down).<\/p>\n<p>It forms a natural barrier against the sun, rain, and external aggressors.<\/p>\n<p>The down, on the other hand, plays an essential role in thermal insulation.<\/p>\n<p>It protects the dog from both cold and heat. This dense undercoat is shed mainly during shedding periods, particularly in the spring.<\/p>\n<p>It is therefore crucial not to damage this double coat, which is essential for the dog&#8217;s well-being.<\/p>\n<p>The coat should never be shaved or cut too short.<\/p>\n<p>If it is cut too short, it no longer properly fulfills its protective function. The down is exposed to the sun&#8217;s rays, which eliminates the skin&#8217;s natural protection and can weaken the animal.<\/p>\n<h3>Shedding Periods<\/h3>\n<p>Around 4 to 5 months of age, the puppy undergoes its first molt: it loses its puppy coat to make way for its adult coat.<\/p>\n<p>The German Spitz then undergoes two molts per year, during which hair loss can be significant.<\/p>\n<p>These periods are normal and part of the breed&#8217;s natural cycle.<\/p>\n<p>The German Spitz undergoes 2 moults by year during which hair loss is important.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bg-color-2&#8243;][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;3927&#8243; img_size=&#8221;500*500&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;3267&#8243; img_size=&#8221;500*500&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;3375&#8243; img_size=&#8221;500*500&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;3929&#8243; img_size=&#8221;500*500&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5916&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The German Spitz&#8217;s double coat is an essential characteristic of the breed. It provides protection, insulation, and elegance, while also contributing to its iconic volume.<\/p>\n<p>Regular grooming that respects its natural structure is essential to preserving its qualities.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s not simply about aesthetics, but about a true balance between health, comfort, and functionality.<\/p>\n<p>Preserving the double coat means respecting the very nature of the Spitz.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;2rem&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Grooming&#8221; style=&#8221;3d&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-dog&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pomsdelalezardiere.fr%2Fen%2Fcare%2Fgrooming%2F|title:grooming|target:%20_blank|&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bg-color-2&#8243;][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;title-left&#8221;] An abundance of fur [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The German Spitz&#8217;s thick coat is relatively easy to care for, provided it is groomed regularly and thoroughly to maintain its cleanliness, volume, and silky appearance. 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