The tufts on the ears grow longer with age .
The tufts on the ears may extend 1 to 2 inches ( 25 -- 50 mm ) above the ears in the winter , but may not be visible in the summer .
The tufts on the ears grow longer with age and may extend 1 to 2 inches ( 25 -- 50 mm ) above the ears in the winter , but may not be visible in the summer .