It has grey to yellowish fur over much of the body, with paler underparts and pale markings on the mouth, chin, and throat. During the winter, the coat becomes much thicker and silkier in texture, and is straw-grey in colour, with a darker line running down the back.
The animal's coat is predominantly grey to yellowish, with paler belly areas and pale facial markings. In winter, the fur becomes more substantial and silky, taking on a straw-grey hue with a darker stripe along its spine.