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The Coton de Tulear, how can one describe them?
They have soft, cottony textured fur, they are exuberant, happy, and
intelligent. Having a Coton or two in your family can only brighten your
days. They are ever happy to greet you, even if you have only been
gone 5 minutes. Many will walk on their hind legs. They make unusual
vocalizations. Many will cock their heads attentively while you talk to
them. They seem to sense if you are down, and give you an extra bit of
love, and a laugh. They are considered the anti-depression dog of France.
The typical English pronunciation of the Coton de Tulear is Ca-tawn de
Too-lee-ahr. Of course in French it sounds more elegant.
To know a Coton is to enhance your quality of life. They are noted for
their cheerful temperament and clown-like behavior. They also do not
have a doggy odor, even when they are wet. They are good for most
allergy sufferers and shed very little. Even though they are
hypo-allergenic it is still possible to have allergies to them. Although
small, they are quite sturdy and athletic. They also get along well with
other animals. They are a very social dog, so they should not be left
alone all day.
They will adapt to being left for a certain amount of time, however, 8
hours a day, five days a week, would not be an acceptable life for our
precious Cotons. The Coton is a rare breed, so they have not been over
bred, and do not have many genetic defects that other breeds do. They
are robust and healthy. Adding a Coton or two to your family will give you
countless hours of happiness and joy!
