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 Irish Russian Spanterrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Intelligent
Playful
Vocal

Active
Playful
Independent
Clownish
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Social
Inquisitive
Cheerful
Brave
Stable
Defensive

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

Irish Water Spaniel and Black Russian Terrier

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Gray
Red

Black
Brown

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.

An Irish Russian Spanterrier can have a litter of 4-12 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.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Urolithiasis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Otitis Externa
Eye Diseases and Disorders
Nail Bed Disease

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Cutaneous cytology
Cultures
Urine Tests

Coton de Tulear has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Irish Russian Spanterrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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 Irish Russian Spanterrier, it's at least 9 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 Irish Russian Spanterriers 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.

Irish Russian Spanterriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 70-100 pound (32 - 45 kg) Irish Russian Spanterrier feed 3 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 Irish Russian Spanterrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 an Irish Russian Spanterrier is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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.

Irish Russian Spanterriers 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.

Irish Russian Spanterriers 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.

Irish Russian Spanterriers 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.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.