What surprising protective function does the Havanese's long coat serve in the tropical Cuban climate?
Answer
It acts as an insulator against the sun and helps prevent sunburn
Although deceptively warm looking, the long coat developed in the heat of Cuba to provide insulation against strong sunlight and prevent sunburn.
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