The Coton de Tuléar is a breed of small dog named for the city of Tuléar in Madagascar. This breed is thought to have originated from a group of small white dogs that swam across the Malagasy channel following a shipwreck. Known for its cotton-like coat, the Coton de Tuléar typically grows to no more than 18 pounds (8.2 kg), and is white, sometimes with grey, tan, black, or tri-colored markings.
The Coton de Tulear originated from the city of Tuléar in Madagascar. It was bred primarily as a companion dog.
The Coton de Tulear is known for its cotton-like coat, which requires regular grooming to prevent tangling and matting. This breed is well-loved for its charming and clownish personality, making it a popular companion dog. They are highly sociable and thrive on human companionship. These dogs are also known for their intelligence and trainability.
A Coton puppy
The Coton's soft hair is comparable to a cotton ball.
One year old Coton de Tulear playing in the garden
Adult male Coton del Tulear, full-length coat
A tricolor Coton puppy
A white Coton with black markings
The cottony coat may be the result of a single gene mutation.
Trainability
Responsiveness to training: —/5