Which is Better between the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje? A Very Detailed Review.

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Coton de Tulear versus Kooikerhondje

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Coton de Tulear Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje? 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje.

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 Kooikerhondje

Coton de Tulear versus Kooikerhondje

Coton de Tulear versus Kooikerhondje: Overview

A very important difference between the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Coton de Tulear is a tiny-sized dog while the Kooikerhondje is a medium-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 Kooikerhondje belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Coton de Tulear versus Kooikerhondje: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Coton de Tulear to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 3/5
Life Span 14 to 16 years 12 to 14 years
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
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 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
General Health 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 8 to 13 pounds 20 to 25 pounds
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $2060 No Data
Price Range $1745 – $2500 No Data
Temperament Score
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Exam
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    *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 Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Coton de Tulear is a better pet than the Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Coton de Tulear versus Kooikerhondje

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje

    Below is a list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje are most different:

  • Coton de Tulears do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Kooikerhondjes do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Coton de Tulears get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Coton de Tulears get along well with other dogs. However, Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Coton de Tulears are very friendly towards strangers. However, Kooikerhondjes are not very friendly towards strangers.

    • The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje

    The Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje are most similar:

  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Kooikerhondje

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Coton de Tulear and the Kooikerhondje.

    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, Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Coton de Tulear versus Kooikerhondje
    Coton de Tulear versus Kooikerhondje

    Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Kooikerhondje

    Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Kooikerhondjes?

    Coton de Tulears do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Kooikerhondje

    Coton de Tulears do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kooikerhondje?

    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.

    Kooikerhondjes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Coton de Tulear or the Kooikerhondje?

    Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?

    Coton de Tulears are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Coton de Tulears can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Kooikerhondjes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?

    Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Kooikerhondje

    Coton de Tulears have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondje?

    Coton de Tulears are very good for new dog owners.

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

    Is the Coton de Tulear Better for Apartment Owners than the Kooikerhondje?

    Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?

    Coton de Tulears are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Kooikerhondjes?

    Coton de Tulears get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Coton de Tulear or the Kooikerhondje?

    Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along 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:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (78 percent match with Coton de Tulear). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Cavachon (78 percent match with Coton de Tulear). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Cavachon.
  • Shichon (78 percent match with Coton de Tulear). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Shichon.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje:

  • Lakeland Terrier (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Coton de Tulear vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Coton de Tulear vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Coton de Tulear and how the Kooikerhondje compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Coton de Tulear and of the Kooikerhondje to other breeds:

    Coton de Tulear Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Coton de Tulear versus Chihuahua     Coton de Tulear versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Coton de Tulear versus Scottish Terrier     Coton de Tulear versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Coton de Tulear versus Mastiff     Coton de Tulear versus Westiepoo     Coton de Tulear versus Chow Chow     Coton de Tulear versus Dalmatian     Coton de Tulear versus Chinese Crested     Coton de Tulear versus Collie     

    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kooikerhondje versus Scottish Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Afador     Kooikerhondje versus Fila Brasileiro     Kooikerhondje versus West Highland White Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Frenchton     Kooikerhondje versus American Bulldog     Kooikerhondje versus Beaglier     Kooikerhondje versus American Water Spaniel     Kooikerhondje versus Chinese Crested     Kooikerhondje versus Border Collie     

    Conclusion: Coton de Tulear versus Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje better suits you and your family.