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 Siberian Cocker 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
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Gentle
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

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

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

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

Siberian Husky, American Cocker Spaniel

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Coton de Tulears have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Siberian Cockers are known for their coat length.

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 Siberian Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 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

Ectropion
Cardiomyopathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Liver Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bladder Stones
Congenital Heart Disease
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency
Kidney Stones

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Otitis Externa
Cherry Eye
Allergies
Hypothyroidism

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Full Physical Examination
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Chest X-rays
Eye and Ear Examination
Free Thyroxine (T4) Levels

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

Siberian Cockers 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.

Siberian Cockers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Playing fetch, Fetch, Runnig, Training

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 Siberian Cocker, 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 Siberian Cockers 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.

The Siberian Cocker 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 30-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Siberian Cocker 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 a Siberian Cocker is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 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 Siberian Cocker is between $42 - $42. This makes an average of $504 - $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.

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

Siberian Cocker is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Coton de Tulears are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Siberian Cockers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Siberian Cockers 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.

Siberian Cockers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Siberian Cockers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.