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CLEAR ALLThe sweet and cuddly Coton de Tulear is a smart, happy-go-lucky little dog breed that originated in Madagascar and is related to the Maltese and the Bichon Frise. Cotons, as they are affectionately known, are adaptable, loving dogs that generally get along well with everyone – including children and other dogs.
They can be happy living in an apartment in the city and larger homes in the countryside. Just make sure not to leave them alone for long periods of time because it won’t be appreciated!
The sweet-natured Coton de Tulear thrives in human company. So, expect these affectionate dogs to follow you from room to room, lie at your feet, or join you on a ride to your favourite coffee shop. The Coton de Tulear is at its happiest when by your side.
The Coton de Tulear was never bred to be anything other than a devoted canine companion. So, they tend to be very in tune with their masters, listening intently to your words and always eager to please. Moreover, these dogs are a good option for people who suffer from allergies as they shed very little and have low dander.
The sweet and cuddly Coton de Tulear is a smart, happy-go-lucky little dog breed that originated in Madagascar and is related to the Maltese and the Bichon Frise. Cotons, as they are affectionately known, are adaptable, loving dogs that generally get along well with everyone – including children and other dogs.
They can be happy living in an apartment in the city and larger homes in the countryside. Just make sure not to leave them alone for long periods of time because it won’t be appreciated!
The sweet-natured Coton de Tulear thrives in human company. So, expect these affectionate dogs to follow you from room to room, lie at your feet, or join you on a ride to your favourite coffee shop. The Coton de Tulear is at its happiest when by your side.
The Coton de Tulear was never bred to be anything other than a devoted canine companion. So, they tend to be very in tune with their masters, listening intently to your words and always eager to please. Moreover, these dogs are a good option for people who suffer from allergies as they shed very little and have low dander.
The story goes that this lovely white dog breed originated from a group of small canines that swam across the Malagasy channel following a shipwreck in the region. They travelled to America and Europe in the 1970s and were particularly popular in France before making their way to the UK.
The small dog breed typically weighs between 3.6 to 6 kg, similar in size to a cat. Cotons are often compared to the Bichon Frise as they share the same lush, fluffy coats, pure white in colour. This fur is wavy and feels soft to the touch, making them look like a giant cotton ball.
White is the only colour these pups come in. However, they can have light grey, apricot, or fawn shadings, which is most apparent in their coats when they are young.
They have a pretty compact body shape with tucked-up bellies, muscular back legs, and small, round paws with black pads. Their neck is relatively long, with a strong jaw sitting atop.
The Coton de Tulear's eyes are heart-melting - round, dark, and highly expressive. Their ears are slender and droopy, set high on their head, and they have adorable black button noses.
The Coton de Tulear may be a small dog, but they have a massive personality with many desirable traits. They are loving, loyal, playful, interactive, and intelligent, everything you want in a canine.
They are active and always up to play, especially if it's an interactive game with their human. They are always on the go and follow their owners around, wanting to be involved in everything they do. They are extremely people-oriented and thrive when they have frequent human interaction. This does mean that they don't do well on their own, though, which is something any prospective Coton owner should bear in mind.
These intelligent pups are a joy to train and are always eager to learn new tricks and commands. They associate training with spending time with their owners and learning new things with pleasing their favourite humans. Thus, if you are interested in dog training, you'll have tons of fun with this breed.
The Coton de Tulear also has a very happy-go-lucky nature, and their antics will undoubtedly make you giggle. The breed is generally friendly, assuming they are well-socialised. If a Coton doesn't recieve early socialisation, they can be reserved and cautious around strangers as they grow up.
As small dogs, they make unique, softer-sounding vocalisations than the traditional bark. They can also often sound like they are chatting to you.
Their small size and easy-going nature mean these dogs fit well into any living environment. They can be content in a flat or apartment if they get daily outdoor time and plenty of interactive play.
However, the one thing the Coton needs is an owner who is home often. They hate being left alone, so their ideal owner would be a stay-at-home worker/parent or retiree.
With early socialisation, this breed typically gets on great with children and can grow up to be best friends. Because they are the size of a cat, there's no worry that they will accidentally squash a small child. Still, like with all breeds, you should always supervise them when around children.
Likewise, provided they are socialised early, Coton puppies generally live well with other dogs or cats.
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