By Jon Conklin • Updated • 6–8 min read
Roan coats are dappled stories—a blue roan reads cold, a strawberry glows warm. Learn how to spot each, highlight the mix, and run a roan-friendly grooming routine that stays show-ready without smudge.
Lifts fouled hair and residue without dulling sheen—maintains depth in roan mix.
Light lubrication for grooming without flattening the roan texture—works through dust gently.
No—roan stays consistent. It’s not like gray (which fades). The dapples remain unless diluted by rain-outs or wear.
Coat texture, lighting, and grooming technique all matter. Fluffy, clean coats allow dapples to catch light—flat coats dull them.
Yes—light-colored roans, especially strawberry, can mask heat marks or fungus. Check with your hands and feel carefully.
Not if you maintain texture. Clean, fluffy prep keeps dapples visible—avoid slick coats that lose pattern contrast.
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