Pomeranian has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Coton de Tulear has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the Pomeranian is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Coton de Tulears are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Friendly
Lively
Sociable
Extroverted
Intelligent
Playful
Attentive
Docile
Trainable

Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Intelligent
Playful
Vocal

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

Coton de Tulears are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Germany

Madagascar

Norwegian Elkhound, German Spitz, Samoyed, American Eskimo Dog, Schipperke

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

1800s

1600s

Toy (AKC:1888)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Non Sporting (AKC:2014)
Companion (UKC)

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Silver
Cream
Red
Brown
Fawn
Gray
Black
White

White
Gray
Red

Pomeranians have medium-length coats.

Coton de Tulears have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Pomeranian can have a litter of 12-16 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 Coton de Tulear can have a litter of 14-16 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.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Allergies
Epilepsy

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

Coton de Tulear has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Pomeranians need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Coton de Tulears need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

The Pomeranian is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Coton de Tulears bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Pomeranian dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

While Coton de Tulear dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Walking, Barking, Petting, Eating Snacks, Nap, Brushing, Sleep, Bark, Walk, Observing, Sniffing, Fetch, Go to Park, Groom, Being talked to, Wrestling, Pets, Kisses, Running, Exploring, Slow walking, Sleeping, Growling, Run, Shake, Investigate, Play, Chase, Catch treats, Dog Parks

Snuggling, Sniffing, Marking, Exploring, Fetch, Running, Walk, Catch treats, Play, Watching tv, Sleeping

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pomeranian, it's at least 5 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 Coton de Tulear, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pomeranians usually need at least 40 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 Coton de Tulears 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.

The Pomeranian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Coton de Tulears have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Pomeranian should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Coton de Tulear should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 3-7 pound (1 - 3 kg) Pomeranian 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 9-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton de Tulear feed 0.7 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 Pomeranian is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Coton de Tulear is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

Pomeranian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Coton de Tulear has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Pomeranians are not the best choice for families with kids.

Coton de Tulears are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pomeranians are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Coton de Tulears are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Pomeranians are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Pomeranians have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Coton de Tulears are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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