Coton De Tulear vs Dandie Dinmont Terrier

Compare the Coton De Tulear to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Coton De Tulears and Dandie Dinmont Terriers.

Coton De Tulear vs Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
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General Details
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
14-16 Years
11-13 Years
Height
9-13 Inches
8-11 Inches
Weight
8-15 Pounds
18-24 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Origin Country
Madagascar
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1970 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
60-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
None to Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Average Lifespan
14-16 Years
11-13 Years
Health Concerns
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cushing's syndrome
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Hypothyroidism
Cheyletiella dermatitis
Glaucoma
Obesity
Skin allergies
Blindness
Eye problems
Lymphosarcoma
Intervertebral disc disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Coton De Tulear
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
White
White
Mustard
Mustard
Pepper
Pepper
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