Coton De Tulear vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

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

Coton De Tulear vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
14-16 Years
12-15 Years
Height
9-13 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
8-15 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
Madagascar
Ireland
Origin Year
1970 AD
1937 AD
Temperament
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
14-16 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Progressive retinal atrophy
Addison's disease
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Coton De Tulear
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
White
White
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
Wheaten (Light)
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