American Eskimo Dog vs Coton De Tulear

Compare the American Eskimo Dog to the Coton De Tulear. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Eskimo Dogs and Coton De Tulears.

American Eskimo Dog vs Coton De Tulear
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
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General Details
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
14-16 Years
Height
9-20 Inches
9-13 Inches
Weight
6-35 Pounds
8-15 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Origin Country
Germany
Madagascar
Origin Year
1800 AD
1970 AD
Temperament
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Energy Level
High
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
High
Low
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
High
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Diabetes
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Progressive retinal atrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
American Eskimo Dog
Coton De Tulear
Breed Colors
White
White and Biscuit
Black and White
White
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