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

Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Intelligent
Playful
Vocal

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Bold
Clever

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

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

Madagascar

United States

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

Miniature Pinscher, Norwegian Elkhound

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

White
Gray
Red

Brindle
Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Gray

Coton de Tulears have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Miniature Pinschelkhounds 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 Miniature Pinschelkhound can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Hyperthyroidism

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Eye Infections

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
Blood Tests and Analysis
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

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

Miniature Pinschelkhounds 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 Miniature Pinschelkhound, 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 Miniature Pinschelkhounds usually need at least 70 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 Miniature Pinschelkhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
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 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Miniature Pinschelkhound feed 2 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 Miniature Pinschelkhound is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Miniature Pinschelkhound is between $48 - $56. This makes an average of $576 - $672 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 Tulears make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Miniature Pinschelkhound is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Miniature Pinschelkhounds 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.

Miniature Pinschelkhounds 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.

Miniature Pinschelkhounds 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.

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