Coton De Tulear vs Miniature Schnauzer

Compare the Coton De Tulear to the Miniature Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Coton De Tulears and Miniature Schnauzers.

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

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General Details

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

14-16 Years

12-14 Years

Height

9-13 Inches

12-14 Inches

Weight

8-15 Pounds

11-20 Pounds

Intelligence

Average

Above Average

History

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Origin Country

Madagascar

Germany

Origin Year

1970 AD

1888 AD

Temperament

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Overall Friendliness

Above Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Child Friendly

Above Average

Average

Pet Friendly

Above Average

Average

Stranger Friendly

Above Average

Average

Personality

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Traits

Affectionate

Loving

Needy

Separation Anxiety

Snuggle

Willing to Please

Affectionate

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

55-80 °F

30-80 °F

Barks/Howls

Below Average

Above Average

Exercise Needs

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Energy Level

Low to Medium

Medium

Exercise Required

Low

Medium

Top Running Speed

14 MPH

17 MPH

Strength

Low

Low to Medium

Grooming Needs

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Coat Maintenance

Medium

High

Shedding

Low

Dander

Low

Drool

None

None to Low

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Yes

Breed Focus

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Distracted Easy

Yes

Focused & Patient

Breed Instincts

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Aggression

None

Below Average

Burrow / Digging

None

Below Average

Chasing

Below Average

Above Average

Follow Commands

Below Average

Average

Fighting

Below Average

Guarding

None

Below Average

Herding

Below Average

Hunting

Below Average

Average

Protection

None

Below Average

Remove Vermin

Average

Above Average

Sled Pulling

Below Average

None

Watch / Guardian

Average

Above Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Average Lifespan

14-16 Years

12-14 Years

Health Concerns

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Common Health Issues

Hip dysplasia

Luxating patella

Progressive retinal atrophy

Cataracts

Progressive retinal atrophy

MAC Lung Disease

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Coat Type

Fur

Hair

Coat Layering

Double

Coat Texture

Straight

Rough

Coat Length

Medium to Long

Short to Medium

Coat Coloring

Coton De Tulear

Miniature Schnauzer

Breed Colors