The Coton de Tulear is a small dog named after Tulear, Madagascar, and it is still the island’s national dog. It is known for its cotton-like coat that is white with gray, black, or tricolored markings; the name in French, coton, means cotton. Other physical characteristics include a prominent black nose, large expressive eyes, and short legs. Its fluffy medium-to long coat doesn’t shed, making the breed hypoallergenic. They are playful, affectionate, intelligent, and known to be generally quiet; they will often jump up and walk on their hind legs when excited.
Coton de Tulears have a withers height between 9”-11” (23-28 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 8-15 lb (4-7 kg). The Coton de Tulear has an overall body length of roughly 17”-20” (43-51 cm), standing height between 14”-16” (36-41 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-16 years.
The Coton de Tulear is a small dog named after Tulear, Madagascar, and it is still the island’s national dog. It is known for its cotton-like coat that is white with gray, black, or tricolored markings; the name in French, coton, means cotton. Other physical characteristics include a prominent black nose, large expressive eyes, and short legs. Its fluffy medium-to long coat doesn’t shed, making the breed hypoallergenic. They are playful, affectionate, intelligent, and known to be generally quiet; they will often jump up and walk on their hind legs when excited.
Coton de Tulears have a withers height between 9”-11” (23-28 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 8-15 lb (4-7 kg). The Coton de Tulear has an overall body length of roughly 17”-20” (43-51 cm), standing height between 14”-16” (36-41 cm), and a typical lifespan of 12-16 years.
