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- Cane Corso Versus Coton de Tulear: Introduction
- Cane Corso versus Coton de Tulear: Overview
- Cane Corso versus Coton de Tulear: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear
- The Similarities Between the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cane Corso versus Coton de Tulear
- Price of Cane Corso versus Price of Coton de Tulear
- Adopting the Cane Corso versus Adopting the Coton de Tulear
- The Popularity of Cane Corso versus Popularity of Coton de Tulear
- Health Problems of Cane Corso versus Health Problems of Coton de Tulear
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cane Corso versus Coton de Tulear
- How Kid-friendly are Cane Corsos and Coton de Tulears?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cane Corso vs. Coton de Tulear
- Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cane Corso or the Coton de Tulear?
- Do Cane Corsos shed more than Coton de Tulears?
- Do Cane Corsos Bark and Howl? What about Coton de Tulears?
- Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Are Cane Corsos good family dogs? What about Coton de Tulears?
- Which one drools more, the Cane Corso or the Coton de Tulear
- Is the Cane Corso Easier to Train than the Coton de Tulear?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cane Corso or the Coton de Tulear?
- Does the Cane Corso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Coton de Tulear?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cane Corso
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Coton de Tulear
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cane Corso versus Coton de Tulear. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cane Corso Versus Coton de Tulear: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cane Corso and for the Coton de Tulear. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cane Corso or the Coton de Tulear
Cane Corso versus Coton de Tulear: Overview
A very important difference between the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cane Corso is a large-sized dog while the Coton de Tulear is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Cane Corso belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the Coton de Tulear belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Cane Corso versus Coton de Tulear: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cane Corso to the Coton de Tulear based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
| Factor | Cane Corso | Coton de Tulear |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the | 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 14 to 16 years |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 90 to 120 pounds | 8 to 13 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 15.0 years |
| Average Price | $2020 | $2060 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2500 | $1745 – $2500 |
| Temperament Score | 88.1 percent | |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 37 | 74 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cane Corso in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Coton de Tulear. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Cane Corso is 68 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Coton de Tulear is 94 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Coton de Tulear is a better pet than the Cane Corso. So, you should get the Coton de Tulear!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear
Below is a list of where the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear
The Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cane Corso versus Coton de Tulear
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear.
Cane Corsos weigh 90 to 120 pounds when fully grown. Cane Corsos are 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the when fully grown.
On the other hand, Coton de Tulears weigh 8 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Coton de Tulears are 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of Cane Corso versus Price of Coton de Tulear
The average price of the Cane Corso puppy is $2020. The price of the Cane Corso typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Cane Corso can be as low as $200 and as high as $7000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 751 Cane Corso puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Coton de Tulear puppy is $2060. The price of the Coton de Tulear typically ranges from $1745 – $2500. However, the price of a Coton de Tulear can be as low as $1000 and as high as $3200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 127 Coton de Tulear puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Coton de Tulear is more expensive than the Cane Corso.
| Cane Corso | Coton de Tulear | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2020 | $2060 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2500 | $1745 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cane Corso and Coton de Tulear. For different price points, the charts show how many Cane Corso puppies or how many Coton de Tulear puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Cane Corsos. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Coton de Tulears
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cane Corso puppy or the Coton de Tulear puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Cane Corso versus Adopting the Coton de Tulear
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cane Corsos and many Coton de Tulears are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Cane Corso named Jack Jones (Jj) that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cane Corsos like Jack Jones (Jj) on pefinder.com.
Also, like Cane Corsos, Coton de Tulears are also available for adoption. For example, Chef is a Male Coton de Tulear that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Coton de Tulears like Chef that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Bruno is the name of another Cane Corso (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Cane Corsos and Coton de Tulears that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Cane Corso versus Popularity of Coton de Tulear
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Cane Corso is more popular with dog owners than the Coton de Tulear. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Cane Corso is 37 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Coton de Tulear is 74 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Cane Corso
Popularity of Coton de Tulear
| Year | Cane Corso Popularity Rank | Coton de Tulear Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 50 | no data |
| 2014 | 48 | 31.0 |
| 2015 | 35 | 85.0 |
| 2016 | 40 | 80.0 |
| 2017 | 37 | 81.0 |
| 2018 | 32 | 81.0 |
| 2019 | 30 | 81.0 |
| 2020 | 25 | 80.0 |
Health Problems of Cane Corso versus Health Problems of Coton de Tulear
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Cane Corso is prone to more genetic health problems than the Coton de Tulear.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Cane Corso than for the Coton de Tulear.
7 health tests are recommended for Cane Corso while 3 tests are recommended for the Coton de Tulear.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Cane Corsos and in Coton de Tulears.
Cane Corso Health Problems
Cane Corsos are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cane Corso puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Cane Corso puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cane Corso breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Cane Corsos for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cane Corsos here.
Coton de Tulear Health Problems
Coton de Tulears are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Coton de Tulear puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Coton de Tulear puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Coton de Tulear breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Coton de Tulears for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Coton de Tulears here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Cane Corsos and Coton de Tulears
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Cane Corso Breed is Shoulder problems.
This is because the Cane Corso ranks 7 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 57 Cane Corsos, 1 of them had Shoulder problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Cane Corsos, and how common these diseases are in Cane Corsos relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Coton de Tulear Breed is Chondrodysplasia (Cdpa) problems.
This is because the Coton de Tulear ranks 1 out of 2 dog breeds for Chondrodysplasia (Cdpa) problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 51 Coton de Tulears, 47 of them had Chondrodysplasia (Cdpa) problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Coton de Tulears, and how common these diseases are in Coton de Tulears relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Cane Corso and in Coton de Tulear and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear:
| Disease | Cane Corso Rank | Coton de Tulear Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Shoulder problems | 7 out of 22 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Hips problems | 17 out of 198 dog breeds | 121 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Elbow problems | 19 out of 144 dog breeds | 103 out of 144 dog breeds |
| Advanced Cardiac problems | 24 out of 71 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Thyroid problems | 35 out of 115 dog breeds | 61 out of 115 dog breeds |
| Patella problems | 93 out of 145 dog breeds | 36 out of 145 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 156 out of 182 dog breeds | 168 out of 182 dog breeds |
| Chondrodysplasia (Cdpa) problems | Not Common | 1 out of 2 dog breeds |
| Chondrodystrophy (Cddy) problems | Not Common | 2 out of 5 dog breeds |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | Not Common | 71 out of 159 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Is the Cane Corso Better for Apartment Owners than the Coton de Tulear?
Cane Corsos do not adapt well to apartment living.
Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cane Corso or the Coton de Tulear?
Cane Corsos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Coton de Tulears are very good for new dog owners.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cane Corso versus Coton de Tulear
Cane Corsos do not like to be left alone.
Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.
How Kid-friendly are Cane Corsos and Coton de Tulears?
Cane Corsos do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Coton de Tulears get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Wanderlust Potential: Cane Corso vs. Coton de Tulear
Cane Corsos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Coton de Tulears have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cane Corsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cane Corso or the Coton de Tulear?
Cane Corsos get along fairly well with other dogs.
Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.
Do Cane Corsos shed more than Coton de Tulears?
Cane Corsos shed moderately.
Coton de Tulears do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Do Cane Corsos Bark and Howl? What about Coton de Tulears?
Cane Corsos bark and howl, but not very much.
Coton de Tulears are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cane Corsos can tolerate hot weather.
Coton de Tulears can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Are Cane Corsos good family dogs? What about Coton de Tulears?
Cane Corsos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Coton de Tulears are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Which one drools more, the Cane Corso or the Coton de Tulear
Cane Corsos have a very high tendency to drool.
Coton de Tulears do have a very low tendency to drool.
Is the Cane Corso Easier to Train than the Coton de Tulear?
Cane Corsos are very easy to train.
Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cane Corso or the Coton de Tulear?
Cane Corsos are very easy to groom.
Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Cane Corso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Coton de Tulear?
Cane Corsos have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Coton de Tulears have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cane Corso
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cane Corso that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cane Corso:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Coton de Tulear
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Coton de Tulear that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Coton de Tulear:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cane Corso and how the Coton de Tulear compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cane Corso and of the Coton de Tulear to other breeds:
Cane Corso Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cane Corso versus Carolina Dog Cane Corso versus Alaskan Klee Kai Cane Corso versus Kishu Ken Cane Corso versus Berger Picard Cane Corso versus Leonberger Cane Corso versus Miniature Poodle Cane Corso versus Barbet Cane Corso versus Norwegian Buhund Cane Corso versus Dutch Shepherd Cane Corso versus Redbone Coonhound
Coton de Tulear Versus Other Dog Breeds
Coton de Tulear versus Saluki Coton de Tulear versus Chihuahua Coton de Tulear versus Morkie Coton de Tulear versus Alaskan Malamute Coton de Tulear versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Coton de Tulear versus Valley Bulldog Coton de Tulear versus Sussex Spaniel Coton de Tulear versus Collie Coton de Tulear versus Norwich Terrier Coton de Tulear versus Spanish Mastiff
Conclusion: Cane Corso versus Coton de Tulear. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cane Corso and the Coton de Tulear better suits you and your family.