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Guard hair is the top layer consisting of longer, generally coarser, nearly straight shafts of hair that protrude through the down hair layer. The distal ends of the guard hairs provide the externally visible layer of the coat of most…

Guard hairs are the longer, coarser, and typically stiffer hairs that form the outermost layer of a mammal's fur or coat. These hairs serve various purposes, including protection against the elements, camouflage, and sensory functions. In cats, guard hairs are…