subject: Facts About Coton Tulear Puppies [print this page] Coton de Tulear dogs were originally bred in Madagascar, an island which is situated off the east coast of the African continent. They are an old fashioned and unique thoroughbred dog. Coton Tulear puppies are small and have a fluffy cotton type coat. Their name was derived from the look of their coat.
These dogs grow to a height of ten to twelve inches. Their average weight is between five and seven kilograms. This is a healthy breed and they have an average lifespan of approximately sixteen years.
There are three prevailing color variants. The first color is white and can sometimes come with light champagne patches. The pups are also available in black and white. There is an option for them to be tri-colored. These ones are mainly white in color with some champagne colored patches and a slight dust of black. The pups should have dark colored round eyes. They come with an alert, bright as well as intelligent look on their faces. These dogs are normally very sociable with both humans and other dogs.
Coton Tulears are happy, even tempered, adaptable dogs. They always seek attention and will do anything to get it. Unhappiness as well as boredom may set in if they do not get sufficient attention. This may cause them to start barking unnecessarily and start chewing objects. They may be quite sociable with others, but will generally form a very strong emotional bond with their families. Hence this may cause a conservative attitude towards strangers.
Their temperament is very well balanced. They do not like forceful training and if this method is used, it may cause them to withdraw from you. They like playtime and prefer being taught tricks instead of having to undergo traditional obedience training. They will become particularly enthusiastic if they are offered food treats as a reward for tricks they master. The most problematic section of training for them is housebreaking. The other problem you may experience with them is unwarranted barking.
These puppies are unacceptable for little children. Children's clumsiness and boisterousness will unnerve the dog. Even adult dogs will find it problematic to deal with young children. Rapid movements and noise from small children will have an adverse effect on them. This type of environment will unnerve them and they may become atypically shy.
The grooming of Coton Tulear puppies is extremely important due to the length and texture of their coats. Their coats could become matted. If grooming is a problem, you could take to cutting it short. This will keep their coats neat and healthy and prevent matting or infestation.
