Trait overview

A genetic variant in the tyrosinase gene (TYR) is responsible for the Himalayan coat pattern. This pattern is characterized by a pale torso with dark pigmentation at the points, including the snout, ears, and tail.

Gene name(s)

TYR

Inheritance

Potentially Autosomal Recessive - unknown

More common in the following breeds

Citations

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33039541/