We are a family who loves and breeds our favourite dog...the coton de tulear. Our dogs are pets, well-cared for and loved. Their puppies are well-socialized, paper-trained and adorable!

The Coton de Tulear earned its name from the port city of Toliara, (formerly known as Tulear), located on the south western coast of Madagascar. The island's official name is "Democratic Republic of Madagascar" and lies in the Indian Ocean. It remains the fourth largest island in the world with the inclusion of its small neighboring islands. Cotons like to swim and play. They enjoy wide open spaces and can follow their masters on horseback for many miles. They do well in various areas of dog sports such as agility skills trials and catch. As active as they are, they will adapt well to the family's situation. The Coton is well suited for apartment life. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard. The long, light-textured hair requires daily, careful grooming. The dead hair should be brushed and combed out. Excess hair between the pads of the feet and in the inner ears should be removed. They do not need a bath more than once or twice a year which will be adequate to keep them clean. The coat should not be scissored. Cotons sheds little to no hair. This breed is good for allergy sufferers. They live about 14-16 years. Height: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm.) Weight: 12-15 pounds (5.5-7 kg.)

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