Australian Terrier vs Coton De Tulear

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

Australian Terrier vs Coton De Tulear
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
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General Details
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
11-14 Years
14-16 Years
Height
9-11 Inches
9-13 Inches
Weight
12-16 Pounds
8-15 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Origin Country
Australia
Madagascar
Origin Year
1820 AD
1970 AD
Temperament
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Energy Level
Very High
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Low
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Allergies
Diabetes
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Progressive retinal atrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Red
Black and Red
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Red
Red
Sandy
Sandy
Black and White
Black and White
White
White
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