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- Coton de Tulear Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction
- Coton de Tulear versus Mountain Cur: Overview
- Coton de Tulear versus Mountain Cur: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Coton de Tulear and the Mountain Cur
- The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Mountain Cur
- Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Mountain Cur
- Price of Coton de Tulear versus Price of Mountain Cur
- Adopting the Coton de Tulear versus Adopting the Mountain Cur
- Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Mountain Cur
- Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Mountain Curs?
- Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Mountain Cur
- Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mountain Cur?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Coton de Tulear or the Mountain Cur?
- Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Mountain Curs?
- Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?
- Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Mountain Cur
- Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?
- How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Mountain Curs?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Coton de Tulear or the Mountain Cur?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Coton de Tulear
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mountain Cur
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Coton de Tulear versus Mountain Cur. Which One is a Better Pet?
Coton de Tulear Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Coton de Tulear and the Mountain Cur? 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 Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Coton de Tulear and the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur.
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 Mountain Cur
Coton de Tulear versus Mountain Cur: Overview
A very important difference between the Coton de Tulear and the Mountain Cur is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Coton de Tulear is a tiny-sized dog while the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur 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.
Coton de Tulear versus Mountain Cur: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Coton de Tulear to the Mountain Cur 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 | Mountain Cur |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 14 to 16 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 16 to 26 inches |
| Weight | 8 to 13 pounds | 30 to 60 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 15.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $2060 | $550 |
| Price Range | $1745 – $2500 | $350 – $800 |
| Temperament Score | No Data | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur is 76 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Coton de Tulear is a better pet than the Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Coton de Tulear and the Mountain Cur
Below is a list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Mountain Cur are most different:
The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Mountain Cur
The Coton de Tulear and the Mountain Cur are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Mountain Cur are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Mountain Cur
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Coton de Tulear and the Mountain Cur.
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, Mountain Curs weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Mountain Curs are 16 to 26 inches when fully grown.
Price of Coton de Tulear versus Price of Mountain Cur
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 Mountain Cur puppy is $550. The price of the Mountain Cur typically ranges from $350 – $800. However, the price of a Mountain Cur can be as low as $100 and as high as $1000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 40 Mountain Cur puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Coton de Tulear is more expensive than the Mountain Cur.
| Coton de Tulear | Mountain Cur | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2060 | $550 |
| Price Range | $1745 to $2500 | $350 to $800 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Coton de Tulear and Mountain Cur. For different price points, the charts show how many Coton de Tulear puppies or how many Mountain Cur puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Coton de Tulears. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Mountain Curs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Coton de Tulear puppy or the Mountain Cur 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 Coton de Tulear versus Adopting the Mountain Cur
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Coton de Tulears and many Mountain Curs 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, Mountain Curs are also available for adoption. For example, Geronimo is a Male Mountain Cur that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Mountain Curs like Geronimo that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
You can find more Coton de Tulears and Mountain Curs that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Mountain Cur
Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.
Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.
Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Mountain Curs?
Coton de Tulears do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Mountain Curs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Mountain Cur
Coton de Tulears do have a very low tendency to drool.
Mountain Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mountain Cur?
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.
Mountain Curs 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.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Coton de Tulear or the Mountain Cur?
Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.
Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Mountain Curs?
Coton de Tulears are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Coton de Tulears can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Mountain Curs can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?
Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.
Mountain Curs are not easy to train.
Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Mountain Cur
Coton de Tulears have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Mountain Curs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Coton de Tulear or the Mountain Cur?
Coton de Tulears are very good for new dog owners.
Mountain Curs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Is the Coton de Tulear Better for Apartment Owners than the Mountain Cur?
Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.
Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?
Coton de Tulears are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Mountain Curs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Mountain Curs?
Coton de Tulears get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Mountain Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Coton de Tulear or the Mountain Cur?
Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.
Mountain Curs get along fairly 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 Mountain Cur
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Coton de Tulear and how the Mountain Cur compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Coton de Tulear and of the Mountain Cur to other breeds:
Coton de Tulear Versus Other Dog Breeds
Coton de Tulear versus Borzoi Coton de Tulear versus Pyrenean Mastiff Coton de Tulear versus Maremma Sheepdog Coton de Tulear versus Greyhound Coton de Tulear versus Labradoodle Coton de Tulear versus Norfolk Terrier Coton de Tulear versus Dachshund Coton de Tulear versus Irish Setter Coton de Tulear versus Black Mouth Cur Coton de Tulear versus Mal Shi
Mountain Cur Versus Other Dog Breeds
Mountain Cur versus Braque du Bourbonnais Mountain Cur versus Field Spaniel Mountain Cur versus Yorkshire Terrier Mountain Cur versus Pyrenean Shepherd Mountain Cur versus American Foxhound Mountain Cur versus Dachshund Mountain Cur versus Alaskan Malamute Mountain Cur versus Redbone Coonhound Mountain Cur versus Chinese Crested Mountain Cur versus Keeshond
Conclusion: Coton de Tulear versus Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur better suits you and your family.