Coton de Tulear has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Karakachan has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

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

Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Intelligent
Playful
Vocal

Brave
Independent
Proud
Dominant
Intelligent
Vigilant

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

Karakachans are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Karakachans make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Madagascar

Bulgaria

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

Unknown

1600s

Ancient Times

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

White
Gray
Red

Pied
Black
Brown
Sable
Brindle

Coton de Tulears have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Karakachans have medium-length coats.

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 Karakachan can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Karakachans have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Karakachans are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Blood Panel

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

Karakachan has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Coton de Tulear minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Karakachan is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Coton de Tulears bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Karakachan dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Karakachan 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

Walk, Play, Run, Off-leash, Chase, Walking, Walks, Running, Gtooming

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 Karakachan, it's at least 14 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 Karakachans 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 Tulears have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Karakachans 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.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 85-120 pound (39 - 54 kg) Karakachan 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 Karakachan is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Karakachan is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Karakachans are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Karakachans have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Karakachans 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.

Karakachans 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.

Karakachans 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.

Karakachans 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.

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