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

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Coton de Tulear Versus Papipoo: Introduction

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

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

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 Papipoo

Coton de Tulear versus Papipoo: Overview

Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo are similar in size. The Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo are both tiny-sized dogs.

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 Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Coton de Tulear versus Papipoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Coton de Tulear to the Papipoo 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 Papipoo
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 3/5
Life Span 14 to 16 years 10 to 14 years
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
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 10 to 11 inches
Weight 8 to 13 pounds 6 to 14 pounds
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $2060 $1500
Price Range $1745 – $2500 $1500 – $1500
Temperament Score No Data No Data
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 Papipoo. 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 Papipoo is 87 out of 125.

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

    The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo

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

  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo 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 Papipoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Papipoo are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Papipoo

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

    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, Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches when fully grown.

    Price of Coton de Tulear versus Price of Papipoo

    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 Papipoo puppy is $1500. The price of the Papipoo typically ranges from $1500 – $1500. However, the price of a Papipoo can be as low as $1500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Papipoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Coton de Tulear is more expensive than the Papipoo.

    Coton de Tulear Papipoo
    Average Price $2060 $1500
    Price Range $1745 to $2500 $1500 to $1500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Coton de Tulear and Papipoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Coton de Tulear puppies or how many Papipoo 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 Coton de Tulears. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Papipoos

    A breakdown of the prices of Papipoos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Coton de Tulear puppy or the Papipoo 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Papipoo

    Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.

    Papipoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Papipoos?

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

    Papipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

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

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

    Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    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.

    Papipoos 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 Papipoo?

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

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

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

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

    Papipoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

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

    Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Papipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

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

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

    Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.

    Papipoos are very easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Papipoo

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

    Papipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Coton de Tulear or the Papipoo?

    Coton de Tulears are very good for new dog owners.

    Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.

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

    Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.

    Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

    Papipoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Papipoos?

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

    Papipoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.

    Papipoos 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:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (78 percent match with Coton de Tulear). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Cavachon (78 percent match with Coton de Tulear). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Cavachon.
  • Shichon (78 percent match with Coton de Tulear). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Shichon.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo

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

  • Papillon (86 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Coton de Tulear vs Papillon.
  • Bich Poo (83 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Coton de Tulear vs Bich Poo.
  • Toy Poodle (81 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Coton de Tulear vs Toy Poodle.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Coton de Tulear Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Coton de Tulear versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Coton de Tulear versus Sheepadoodle     Coton de Tulear versus Irish Terrier     Coton de Tulear versus Leonberger     Coton de Tulear versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Coton de Tulear versus Westiepoo     Coton de Tulear versus Keeshond     Coton de Tulear versus Cockalier     Coton de Tulear versus Alaskan Malamute     Coton de Tulear versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     

    Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Papipoo versus Miniature Poodle     Papipoo versus Dutch Shepherd     Papipoo versus Scottish Deerhound     Papipoo versus Basset Hound     Papipoo versus Mountain Cur     Papipoo versus Catahoula Bulldog     Papipoo versus Clumber Spaniel     Papipoo versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Papipoo versus Airedale Terrier     Papipoo versus Norwegian Lundehund     

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