Size
- Height
- 25.4–27.9 cm
- Weight
- 3.6–5.9 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 54 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
15.0–19.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
3/5
Trainability
4/5
Playfulness
4/5
Protectiveness
3/5
Barking
1/5
Good with children
5/5
Good with other dogs
5/5
Good with strangers
5/5
Compared against Golden Retriever
Care needs
Shedding
2/5
Grooming
4/5
Drooling
1/5
Coat length
1/5
About the Coton de Tulear
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a Coton de Tulear get?
Adult Coton de Tulears typically stand 25.4–27.9 cm at the shoulder and weigh 4.1–6.8 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a Coton de Tulear?
Coton de Tulears usually live 15.0–19.0 years.
Is the Coton de Tulear good with children?
Coton de Tulears tend to do well with children when well-socialised (5/5 on our scale). As always, supervise interactions with young kids.
How much exercise does a Coton de Tulear need?
Coton de Tulears are roughly a 3/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 54 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the Coton de Tulear KC recognised?
Yes — the Coton de Tulear is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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