The Unique Coton de Tulear
If you like the idea of having a fluffy dog, but
don't like the idea of having to clean up a lot
of dog fur, the Coton de Tulear may be the
breed for you. These fluffy and fun little dogs
originated in Madagascar, and details on how
they arrived there are somewhat sketchy. Some
say the breed descended from dogs that
accompanied troops of the Indian Company
settling on the island of Madagascar, while
others believe that dogs who swam ashore
provided the foundation for this unique breed,
which dates back as far as the 15th century.
Beautifully proportioned and symmetrically
balanced, the Coton De Tulear is now known as
the Royal Dog of Madagascar, and is even
depicted on postage stamps from the island.
The Coton was recognized by the Federation
Cynologique Internationale (FCI) in 1971, and
has since found it's way into the hearts and
homes of dog lovers all over the world.
Cotons are happy, lively, affectionate and
playful; traits that make them sought-after
by families, singles and elderly people alike.
Cotons love to please their owners, and are
intelligent and easily trained.
They develop strong bonds with their
human counterparts, and love to be part of
a family. Their fondness of children is without
equal, making the Coton De Tulear an
excellent choice for families with children.
A Brief History
Country of Origin: Madagascar
Height: 10 to 12-1/2"
Weight: 9 - 18 lbs
Life Span: 13 - 15 years
Breed Group: Rare Breeds
Good With Children: Yes
Good Watchdog: Yes
Exercise Needs: Minimal
Grooming Needs: Moderate
The Coton de Tulear (Kotawn duh Too-lee-are)
is considered a rare breed.
It has been developed by breeders
on the island of Madagascar,
since the early twentieth century.
The name is French.
Coton is for their dry, non-oily
cottony coat and Tulear is a port city
in Madagascar.
Hence: -- "Cotton dogs from Tulear"
Cotons stand 10 to 12-1/2 inches, and
weigh about nine to 18 pounds.
Despite its appearance, the Coton's fluffy,
cotton-like coat does not require a lot of
grooming - a thorough weekly brushing
is adequate, and again, shedding is minimal.
A great choice for fastidious housekeepers
and allergy sufferers alike!
Cotons are indoor pets, and do not require a
lot of exercise to stay happy and healthy.
The breed also makes an effective watchdog.
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