Improper Coat/Furnishing(IC)
Also known as: Improper Coat · Furnishings Locus · RSPO2 gene variant · Non-furnishing · IC locus · …
Overview
What it is
Improper Coat is a harmless genetic variation affecting the hair follicles and coat development. In breeds that typically have wire or curly coats, this autosomal-recessive trait prevents the growth of longer, characteristic facial and leg hair, known as furnishings. It is a purely cosmetic condition that does not impact the dog's physical health or internal organ systems.
How it presents
From puppyhood, affected dogs will display a short, smooth coat on their face and legs, completely lacking the breed's typical beard and bushy eyebrows. This gives them the appearance of a short-haired breed instead of their breed's standard look.
Treatment
This is a purely visual characteristic and not a disease, so no medical treatment is required or appropriate. There are no veterinary costs associated with this trait, resulting in a lifetime cost of 0 EUR.
How it's tested
Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch)(Labogen-Panel)
Primary testDNA testRassespezifisches DNA-Panel (Labogen / Laboklin) — bündelt alle relevanten Erbkrankheiten der Rasse in einem Test.
Issuing body: Labogen
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Furnishings (RSPO2) DNA-Test(F)
Primary testDNA testDer DNA-Test untersucht das RSPO2-Gen auf die Präsenz der Insertion, die für die Ausbildung von Furnishings (Bart und Augenbrauen) verantwortlich ist.
Issuing body: other
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Feragen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch)(Feragen-Panel)
DNA testRassespezifisches DNA-Panel (Feragen, Österreich) — gleiches Konzept wie Labogen.
Issuing body: Feragen
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Embark Breed + Health Panel(Embark)
DNA testUS-Anbieter; 250+ genetische Erkrankungen + Abstammung. Anerkennung in DE/AT variiert je nach VDH-Verein.
Issuing body: Embark
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
MyDogDNA Panel(MyDogDNA)
DNA testGenoscoper-basiertes Panel (Mars Petcare). 200+ Erkrankungen + Rassenkomposition.
Issuing body: MyDogDNA
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Affected breeds
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked
What is Improper Coat/Furnishing?
Improper Coat is a harmless genetic variation affecting the hair follicles and coat development. In breeds that typically have wire or curly coats, this autosomal-recessive trait prevents the growth of longer, characteristic facial and leg hair, known as furnishings. It is a purely cosmetic condition that does not impact the dog's physical health or internal organ systems.
How is Improper Coat/Furnishing tested?
Tests currently in our database: Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Furnishings (RSPO2) DNA-Test, Feragen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Embark Breed + Health Panel, MyDogDNA Panel.
Which breeds are most affected?
Most commonly affected: Lagotto Romagnolo.