It is also called the “cotton dog”. No wonder. Because that pretty much describes the exterior of the lovable fur ball. The fur of the Coton de Tuléar is white and so fluffy that you could think you have a stuffed animal in front of you. Of course, the dog is by no means a toy! The lively four-legged friend is causing a sensation as a lively companion dog. Especially as a single or active senior, you will find an ideal roommate in the bright animal.

ProfileCotton from Tulear

Exclusively for colonial masters

The Coton de Tuléar takes its name from the Malagasy port city of Tuléar. However, French aristocrats and businessmen made exclusive claims to the handsome little guy during the colonial period: they declared him a “royal breed”, kept him as a lap dog and prohibited locals and ordinary citizens from owning it. This is how the dog is considered French by studbook. Nevertheless, the Coton de Tuléar was almost unknown in Europe until the 1970s. There has also only been a breed standard since 1970.

Education and attitude of the Coton de Tuléar

The robust Coton de Tuléar is considered a relatively good beginner dog. Its adaptability and docility make it easy to train the Coton de Tuléar, even if you have little experience with dogs. Due to its small size, it is also suitable as a roommate in a rented apartment. However, the agile and sporty little guy has to go outside regularly: he is always ready for walks and exuberant games. The little one also enthusiastically participates in sports such as agility or dog dancing. Although the Coton de Tuléar has no undercoat, it copes surprisingly well with cold and damp weather. However, it does not tolerate heat. On hot days, he must always have a shady place and cooling.

Charakter of the Coton de Tulear

The Coton de Tuléar is usually a little sunshine with a balanced and cheerful nature, sociable and social. He enjoys the company of his humans as well as being together with other animals of the same species and other animals. Due to his friendly disposition, he is not suitable as a guard dog. On the other hand, he is affectionate and cuddly, but knows exactly what he wants and occasionally shows himself to be a little maverick, but you just can’t be angry with him. The Coton de Tuléar is extroverted and enjoys having an audience that admires and praises him extensively. His love for his humans is so great that he does not even tolerate occasional solitude.

Pflege des Coton de Tulear

Its beautiful coat must be carefully cared for. Comb and brush your Coton de Tuléar daily. The animal enjoys this attention very much, and the coat must not become matted, as it grows very slowly and knots should not be cut out. Please make sure that the fur on the paws remains short and does not hinder the little one when walking. Since the Coton de Tuléar is still quite rare among pedigree dogs and, unlike fashion dogs, there is no known breed-specific susceptibility or hereditary disease. Your Coton de Tuléar is therefore likely to enjoy robust health and reaches an average age of 15 years.

Other popular French breeds you might like:

• Berger de Picardie: At first glance, you can’t tell from the Berger de Picardie’s ancient pedigree. Beneath his conspicuous fuzzy mane is a running friend with high intelligence and a pronounced protective instinct. Aggression and hunting instinct are alien to him.
•  Bouviers des Flandres: The Bouviers des Flandres is a formidable powerhouse with lively intelligence. Don’t be fooled by his calm composure: his vigilance is always active. For sporty families with older children, the Bouvier likes to become a loving bodyguard.
• Beauceron: The Beauceron or “Berger de Beauce” is a dog breed that has been bred in France for a long time according to strict standards. The lowland shepherd dog is now enjoying growing popularity beyond France due to its rustic appearance and good character.
• Epagneul Breton: The Epagneul Breton has its home in the heart of Brittany. It is used throughout France as a hunting dog. To this day, the Breton is a working breed that should be kept hunting as much as possible. As a family dog, it needs species-appropriate exercise and exercise in order to be happy.
• French Bulldog: For some time now, the French Bulldog has been one of the most popular dog breeds. No wonder, as hardly anyone can escape their charm and playfulness. With their balanced character, the “Frenchies” are also suitable for a life in the city.