Buyer question
How long does a Coton de Tulear live?
Our Animal Library gives the Coton de Tulear a lifespan of 15–19 years.
Source: the Coton de Tulear page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Coton de Tulear in the Animal Library
The detail
A small companion breed from Madagascar, the Coton is named for its soft, cotton-like coat. Happy, playful and gentle, it bonds closely with its family and adapts to most homes, but it dislikes being alone and its coat mats without regular care.
- Best fit
- Families, apartments
- Temperament
- Happy, gentle, playful
What to weigh
Cotons can develop separation anxiety and bark when left alone. The coat mats quickly without regular brushing, especially during the adolescent coat change.