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General information about the Coton De Tulear
The Coton de Tuléar is a small breed of dog. It is named for the city of Tuléar in Madagascar and its cotton textured coat.
Description
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Appearance
Multiple registries with differing standards describe the Coton de Tuléar, but in general, it has very soft hair, comparable to a cotton ball, a prominent black nose, large expressive eyes (usually covered by bangs) and somewhat short puffy legs.
Coat and color
The Coton de Tuléar has medium-length to long hair (about four to six inches), fluffy, cotton-like coat that is hair rather than fur. Since it is a non-shedding breed with low dander, it is hypoallergenic (like the poodle) and has no "doggie smell", though it still smells like wet dog after a bath. The Coton de Tulear comes in a small variety of colors, white, white with light brown spots, black and white , and black.
This breed has little to no shedding. Just like other dogs, if you brush them hair will come out. Mats can usually be removed with gentle use of a slicker brush. But this take time. You need to cut out mats if they get them because the groomer might shave them.
The Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard specifies that the Coton's coat should be white but may also have lemon color on their ears and body, but the coat must be primarily white with no black hair allowed. The US-based Coton de Tulear Club of America http://www.cotonclub.com allows for three different but equally favorable colorings: white, black-and-white and tri-color which includes "honeybear". White is described as nearly all white, sometimes with champagne coloring on the ears, face or back. Black-and-white is defined as pure white with prominent black patches on the head and body (no ratio of white-to-black is specified or favored). Tri-color is described as mostly white with some brown markings and dustings of black on the body and head. A honey bear tri-color has light brown with black tips which gradually fades to off white or lemon color. The tri-color loses the most color of any of the color varieties usually becoming mostly white with possibly some champagne markings and a dusting of black hairs on the ears and/or body.
The Coton de Tulear has a large dog personality much like the lab.The Coton de Tulear has a medim size bark, though they are very easy to train. They also can be great lap dogs and are the ideal companion,The Coton de Tulear makes a great family pet.
Size
The international Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard gives the Coton's weight as from 4 to 6 kg (about 9 to 13 lb) for males and 3.5 to 5 kg (8 to 11 lb) for females. The Coton's height (including tolerance) is from 25 to 30 cm (about 10 to 12 inches) tall for males and from 22 to 27 cm (8½ to 10½ inches) for females.
By contrast, the Coton de Tulear Club of America standard specifies the weight as no more than 18 lb (8 kg) with the average being between 11-15 pounds. The standard height is 9 to 13 inches (33 cm), except for the rare Tall Coton, which is 14 to 16 inches (43 cm) high.
The Tall Coton shows up in all three colors, and can be born to a litter with normal sized parents that carry the appropriate genes. These long-limbed dogs are exceptionally agile and graceful.
Detailed description
The nose is black in colour in the Coton de Tulear Club of America standard. However, the Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard, which does favor a black nose, states that brown is tolerable as well. A pink or partly pink nose is not accepted in either standard. The lips are tight and of the same colour as the nose, specifically black in the Coton de Tulear Club of America standard. The teeth are in a scissor bite orpincer bite. The eyes are round, dark in colour and wide set. The expression should be lively, intelligent, bright, and merry. The ears are triangular and set high. The leather of the ear should be thin. The neck is strong, without a dewlap and slightly arched.
The chest is well developed and reaches below the elbows. The feet are small and arched. The back should be strong and slightly arched. The pads of the feet are usually black. The body is of moderate length and should have a moderate tuck up. The loin is muscular and not too long. The hind legs are strong and straight. The hind feet similar to the front feet. the Dewclaws may be removed. The tail is low set and tapering, carried over the back when in motion or excited, relaxed otherwise.
Temperament
The Coton is a playful, affectionate, intelligent breed. It becomes attached to people and as a result can haveseparation anxiety. It is a very vocal breed, grunting and making other noises when having fun. Some Cotons have a habit of jumping up and walking on their hind legs to please people. Some Cotons may exhibit shyness or cautiousness in new situations, especially around strangers, but this can usually be overcome with training. Most Cotons love meeting new people and are very curious in new situations. The dogs are very trainable with praise, instead of punishment. Cotons are great with kids and love to play.
Care
The Coton has a coat which requires brushing and combing almost everyday, and a bath about once a month. Cotons, like Poodles, do not "shed", meaning they don't drop hair on furniture, carpeting etc. But they do lose hair the same way, the texture of their coat causes the shed hair to be trapped in the coat. If not brushed and combed daily, this breed will matt up quickly and may require shaving. Cotons need a short walk every day for exercise, but will appreciate a play session as often as possible and have the endurance to go on a long hike.
Health
The Coton is in general a healthy breed. However there are some health issues as there are in all breeds. The most serious of these would be heart problems, liver shunts, back (disc) problems or eye problems. Luckily, these are still relatively uncommon in the breed, but are becoming more so as irresponsible breeders in the US and Europe have discovered the breed.
The Coton de Tulear has much less disorders than many other breeds due to little inbreeding, the Coton is a fairly rare breed and was recognized by the AKC in the early 1970s.The fact that they are rarer breeds means the Coton de Tulear has faced very little inbreeding, the source of many canine health disorders.
Average life span 16 to 20 years.
The Coton de Tulear
Is an amazing breed in every aspect.
Contrary to popular belief cotons do not come in white only. There are different colors and some more rare than others.
Is an amazing breed in every aspect.
Contrary to popular belief cotons do not come in white only. There are different colors and some more rare than others.
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Mark and Sylvia we are here to be of assistance to you.
We are breeders of the rare Coton de Tulear breed located in the city of Niagara Falls
Our puppies are a part of the family and are treated as such in every way. We dont use cages. Our environment and special attention to every puppy is unparalleled.
We will support you in every way we can so that you and your puppy live happy full lives packed with incredible happy memories together.
Mark and Sylvia we are here to be of assistance to you.
We are breeders of the rare Coton de Tulear breed located in the city of Niagara Falls
Our puppies are a part of the family and are treated as such in every way. We dont use cages. Our environment and special attention to every puppy is unparalleled.
We will support you in every way we can so that you and your puppy live happy full lives packed with incredible happy memories together.
