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Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Coton de Tulear Versus Goldendoodle: Introduction
- Coton de Tulear versus Goldendoodle: Overview
- Coton de Tulear versus Goldendoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle
- The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Goldendoodle
- Price of Coton de Tulear versus Price of Goldendoodle
- Adopting the Coton de Tulear versus Adopting the Goldendoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Goldendoodle
- Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Goldendoodles?
- Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Goldendoodle
- Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldendoodle?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Coton de Tulear or the Goldendoodle?
- Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Goldendoodles?
- Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Goldendoodle?
- Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Goldendoodle
- Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Goldendoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Goldendoodles?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Coton de Tulear or the Goldendoodle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Coton de Tulear
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Coton de Tulear versus Goldendoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Coton de Tulear Versus Goldendoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle? 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 Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle 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 Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle 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 Coton de Tulear and for the Goldendoodle. 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 Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Coton de Tulear or the Goldendoodle
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Coton de Tulear versus Goldendoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Coton de Tulear is a tiny-sized dog while the Goldendoodle is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Goldendoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
Coton de Tulear versus Goldendoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Coton de Tulear to the Goldendoodle 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 | Coton de Tulear | Goldendoodle |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 14 to 16 years | 10 to 15 years |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Height | 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder |
Weight | 8 to 13 pounds | 50 to 90 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 15.0 years | 12.5 years |
Average Price | $2060 | $2170 |
Price Range | $1745 – $2500 | $1500 – $2500 |
Temperament Score | ||
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*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 Coton de Tulear 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 Goldendoodle. 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 Coton de Tulear is 94 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Goldendoodle is 90 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Coton de Tulear is a better pet than the Goldendoodle. 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 Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
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The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle
Below is a list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle
The Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Goldendoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle.
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.
On the other hand, Goldendoodles weigh 50 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Goldendoodles are 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of Coton de Tulear versus Price of Goldendoodle
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 reviewing the prices of 127 Coton de Tulear puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Goldendoodle puppy is $2170. The price of the Goldendoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Goldendoodle can be as low as $300 and as high as $32500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4239 Goldendoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Goldendoodle is more expensive than the Coton de Tulear.
Coton de Tulear | Goldendoodle | |
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Average Price | $2060 | $2170 |
Price Range | $1745 to $2500 | $1500 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Coton de Tulear and Goldendoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Coton de Tulear puppies or how many Goldendoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
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A breakdown of the prices of Coton de Tulears. The typical price range is shaded Green.
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A breakdown of the prices of Goldendoodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Coton de Tulear puppy or the Goldendoodle 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.
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Adopting the Coton de Tulear versus Adopting the Goldendoodle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Coton de Tulears and many Goldendoodles 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 Coton de Tulear named Chef that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Coton de Tulears like Chef on pefinder.com.
Also, like Coton de Tulears, Goldendoodles are also available for adoption. For example, Wally is a Male Goldendoodle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Goldendoodles like Wally that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
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Also Maverick-Tx, an adorable Male Goldendoodle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Coton de Tulears and Goldendoodles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
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Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Goldendoodle
Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.
Goldendoodles can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Goldendoodles?
Coton de Tulears do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Goldendoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Goldendoodle
Coton de Tulears do have a very low tendency to drool.
Goldendoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldendoodle?
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.
Goldendoodles 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.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Coton de Tulear or the Goldendoodle?
Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Goldendoodles are very easy to groom.
Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Goldendoodles?
Coton de Tulears are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Goldendoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Goldendoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Coton de Tulears can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Goldendoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Goldendoodle?
Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.
Goldendoodles are very easy to train.
Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Goldendoodle
Coton de Tulears have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Goldendoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Coton de Tulear or the Goldendoodle?
Coton de Tulears are very good for new dog owners.
Goldendoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Is the Coton de Tulear Better for Apartment Owners than the Goldendoodle?
Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.
Goldendoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Goldendoodles?
Coton de Tulears are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Goldendoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Goldendoodles?
Coton de Tulears get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Goldendoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Coton de Tulear or the Goldendoodle?
Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.
Goldendoodles get along very well with other dogs.
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Coton de Tulear and how the Goldendoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Coton de Tulear and of the Goldendoodle to other breeds:
Coton de Tulear Versus Other Dog Breeds
Coton de Tulear versus Pomchi Coton de Tulear versus Welsh Terrier Coton de Tulear versus Clumber Spaniel Coton de Tulear versus Bolognese Coton de Tulear versus Pyredoodle Coton de Tulear versus American Foxhound Coton de Tulear versus West Highland White Terrier Coton de Tulear versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Coton de Tulear versus German Longhaired Pointer Coton de Tulear versus Basset Hound
Goldendoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldendoodle versus Belgian Sheepdog Goldendoodle versus Sheepadoodle Goldendoodle versus Harrier Goldendoodle versus Barbet Goldendoodle versus Boerboel Goldendoodle versus Bullmastiff Goldendoodle versus Papipoo Goldendoodle versus Sealyham Terrier Goldendoodle versus Plott Goldendoodle versus Spanish Mastiff
Conclusion: Coton de Tulear versus Goldendoodle. 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 Coton de Tulear and the Goldendoodle better suits you and your family.