When do they get their true adult coat? I have a seven month old here who had a beautiful puppy coat and slowly the sides have become what I would consider "open". Is there a chance that his adult coat is still to come or is he what he is?
I think that depends on the line. You may be seeing part of the adult coat now. I don't consider a 7 mo. old in puppy coat. You can hope for it to continue to develop in a proper manner.