Leopard-complex pattern
Blanket describes a white area covering part or all of the hindquarters. The blanket may be solid white or contain spots showing the underlying coat color.
A white area covering part or all of the hindquarters, with or without colored spots inside it.
A visible boundary generally surrounds the white area over the croup. Its extent and the number of colored spots vary greatly.
The pattern requires the Leopard complex variant associated with TRPM1, while modifying genes influence the amount of white and spotting.
The blanket is recognizable early, although white hair and contrast may increase with age.
An extensive blanket can resemble leopard, while a minimally spotted blanket may be mistaken for a large pinto marking.
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View profileA visible boundary generally surrounds the white area over the croup. Its extent and the number of colored spots vary greatly.
The blanket is recognizable early, although white hair and contrast may increase with age.
An extensive blanket can resemble leopard, while a minimally spotted blanket may be mistaken for a large pinto marking.
Visual examination is sometimes sufficient, but genetic testing can be useful when several coats look similar or when breeding decisions are involved.
