While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Coton de Tulears are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Briard is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Intelligent
Playful
Vocal

Faithful
Intelligent
Obedient
Fearless
Loyal
Protective

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

Briards are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Coton de Tulears are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Briard if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Madagascar

France

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

sheepdog

1600s

1300s

Non Sporting (AKC:2014)
Companion (UKC)

Herding (AKC:1906)
Gun Dog Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Gray
Red

Black
Gray
Cream

Coton de Tulears have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Briards are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

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.

A Briard can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Coton de Tulears are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Briards are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Dystrophy

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Briards' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Briards need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Briards sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Briard 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

Cuddling, Hikes, Walks

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 Briard, it's at least 8 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 Briards usually need at least 60 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 Tulear should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Briard should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Dematter
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 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Briard feed 2.5 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 a Briard is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Coton de Tulear is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Briard is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

Briard 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Briards can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Briards are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Briards are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Briards are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Coton de Tulears are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Briards have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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