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The Coton de Tuléar is a breed of small dog named for the city of Tuléar (also known as Toliara) in Madagascar. This breed is thought to have originated from a group of small white dogs that swam across the Malagasy channel following a shipwreck.
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Coton de Tulear.
| Coton de Tuléar | |
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| Origin | Madagascar |
- Why you shouldn't get a Coton de Tulear?
- How much do Coton de Tulear cost?
- Is Coton de Tulear aggressive?
- Are cotons smart?
- What is the difference between a Havanese and Coton de Tulear?
- What dog has the longest lifespan?
- Is Coton de Tulear purebred?
- How smart is the Coton de Tulear?
- Are Coton de Tulear easy to potty train?
- When should a Coton be neutered?
- Can Cavapoos breed?
Why you shouldn't get a Coton de Tulear?
This social and affectionate breed can become attached to family members, so there's the potential for separation anxiety. This intelligent breed is known for performing tricks, like jumping up and walking on hind legs. They learn quickly but can be stubborn, and they may be difficult to house-train.
How much do Coton de Tulear cost?
The average Coton de Tulear cost is about $300. However, when getting these dogs from breeders, you will likely pay between $2,000 to $4,000. There will be the costs of food, veterinarian appointments, and other dog needs, as well.
Is Coton de Tulear aggressive?
Some breeders and owners have reported aggression and/or fearfulness in some Cotons. This might be an inherited trait – which means you need to be very careful when choosing a Coton breeder – or it might be due to not enough socialization. The Coton tends to be standoffish with strangers.
Are cotons smart?
Cotons are both intelligent and biddable. Their intelligence shows in their ability to solve problems on their own or develop their own communications.
What is the difference between a Havanese and Coton de Tulear?
Coton has a silkier and longer coat than that of Havanese. The top line is slightly inclined from withers to croup in Havanese but not in Coton. Havanese come in one or two more colourations than Coton does. The average lifespan is slightly more in Coton than Havanese.
What dog has the longest lifespan?
Russell Terrier
According to the Guinness World Book of Records, the longest-living dog ever recorded was Bluey, an Australian cattle dog, who lived nearly 30 years!
Is Coton de Tulear purebred?
Sweet and cuddly with a clownish personality, the Coton de Tulear dog breed is always ready for a good time. ... Even though these are purebred dogs, you may find them in the care of shelters or rescue groups.
How smart is the Coton de Tulear?
Coton De Tulear dogs are extremely intelligent. They are an observant breed who learns quickly and can adapt to their owner's needs. The Coton De Tulear is a boisterous and happy breed. They are true people-pleasers and are happiest spending time with their humans.
Are Coton de Tulear easy to potty train?
Coton du Tulear
"Some people find the Coton difficult to housetrain," according to DogTime, "but given a regular schedule, frequent outings to do his business, and praise when he potties in the right place, a Coton can pick it up very quickly."
When should a Coton be neutered?
Whilst recommendations vary, vets typically suggest that you should have your Coton de Tulear spayed or neutered between the ages of four and nine months.
Can Cavapoos breed?
It is a small (but not a toy) dog and will have a variety of coat types and colour. The offspring of such parents is known as an F1 cross and may have the benefit of heterosis (or 'hybrid vigor') If two Cavapoos are mated together, this is known as an F2. An F2 bred to an F2 will result in F3, and so on.
