Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Calm
Selfish
Controlled
Outright
Tempered
Independent

Coton Chins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Pudelpointers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

​United States

Germany

Japanese Chin and Coton de Tulear

Poodle, English Pointer

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Red
Pied

Black
Brown

A Coton Chin can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Pudelpointer can have a litter of 9-11 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Coton Chins are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Pudelpointers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Murmur
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism

Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Entropion
Ectropion

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Eye examination

Coton Chin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Pudelpointer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Coton Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Pudelpointers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Coton Chin, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pudelpointer, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Coton Chins usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Pudelpointers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Coton Chins require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Pudelpointer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton Chin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 44-66 pound (20 - 30 kg) Pudelpointer feed 2.1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Coton Chin is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Pudelpointer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Coton Chin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Pudelpointer is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Pudelpointers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Coton Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Pudelpointers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Coton Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Pudelpointers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Coton Chins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Pudelpointers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Coton Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Pudelpointers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Coton Chins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Pudelpointers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.