Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Intelligent
Playful
Vocal

Alert
Courageous
Loyal
Intelligent
Companionable
Outright
Tempered
Spirited

Coton de Tulears are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Australian Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Madagascar

Australia

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

Terriers, Tasmanian Dog

1600s

1800s

Non Sporting (AKC:2014)
Companion (UKC)

Terrier (AKC:1960 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Gray
Red

Red
Blue
Cream

Coton de Tulears have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Australian Terriers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Coton de Tulear can have a litter of 14-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Australian Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Coton de Tulear breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Australian Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Diabetes
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

None

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Blood Test
X-Rays

Coton de Tulears are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Australian Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Coton de Tulears need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Australian Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Coton de Tulears have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Australian Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

While Coton de Tulear dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Australian Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Snuggling, Sniffing, Marking, Exploring, Fetch, Running, Walk, Catch treats, Play, Watching tv, Sleeping

Chasing, Walks, Lounging

Coton de Tulears are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Australian Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Coton de Tulear, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Terrier, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Coton de Tulears usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Australian Terriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Coton de Tulears have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Australian Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton de Tulear feed 0.7 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Australian Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Coton de Tulear is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Australian Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

Coton de Tulear has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Australian Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Australian Terriers are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

Coton de Tulears make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Australian Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Coton de Tulears are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Australian Terriers are not cat friendly.

Coton de Tulears are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Australian Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Coton de Tulears are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Australian Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Coton de Tulears are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Australian Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.