-
- Origin: Madagascar
- Lifespan: 14 to 16 years
- Height: 8 to 10 inches
- Weight range: 8 to 13 pounds
- 1974: First introduced into the United States
- The official dog of Madagascar
- Name is pronounced "coTAWN day two-LEE are"
- Grow hair instead of fur
-
-
Temperament
Cotons are sweet, happy and boisterous dogs that get along well with people and other dogs. Their intelligence makes them easily trainable.Coton de Tulear Club of Canada: [1]History
The Coton's ancestors are believed to have been brought to Madagascar by Spanish and Portuguese sailors around the 15th or 16th century to serve as companions and rid the ships of rats.The United States of America Coton de Tulear Club: [1]-
Coton de Tulear Rescue and Adoption
- A Breed Apart: Adoption Policy
Coton de Tulear Photos and Media

- Canadian Coton de Tulear Club: Photos
- American Kennel Club: Coton de Tulear Photos
- CotonPups.com: Puppy gallery
- YouTube: Coton de Tulear search





