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- Coton de Tulear Versus Patterdale Terrier: Introduction
- Coton de Tulear versus Patterdale Terrier: Overview
- Coton de Tulear versus Patterdale Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Coton de Tulear and the Patterdale Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Patterdale Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Patterdale Terrier
- Price of Coton de Tulear versus Price of Patterdale Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Patterdale Terrier
- Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Patterdale Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Patterdale Terrier
- Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Patterdale Terrier?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Coton de Tulear or the Patterdale Terrier?
- Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Patterdale Terriers?
- Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Patterdale Terrier?
- Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Patterdale Terrier
- Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Patterdale Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Patterdale Terriers?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Coton de Tulear or the Patterdale Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Coton de Tulear
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Patterdale Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Coton de Tulear versus Patterdale Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Coton de Tulear Versus Patterdale Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Coton de Tulear and the Patterdale Terrier? 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 Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Coton de Tulear and the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier.
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 Patterdale Terrier
Coton de Tulear versus Patterdale Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Coton de Tulear and the Patterdale Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Coton de Tulear is a tiny-sized dog while the Patterdale Terrier is a small-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 Patterdale Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Coton de Tulear versus Patterdale Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Coton de Tulear to the Patterdale Terrier 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 | Patterdale Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| 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 | 11 to 14 years |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 12 to 15 inches |
| Weight | 8 to 13 pounds | 11 to 13 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 15.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $2060 | $680 |
| Price Range | $1745 – $2500 | $550 – $950 |
| 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 Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Coton de Tulear is a better pet than the Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier
Below is a list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Patterdale Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Patterdale Terrier
The Coton de Tulear and the Patterdale Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Patterdale Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Patterdale Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Coton de Tulear and the Patterdale Terrier.
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, Patterdale Terriers weigh 11 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Patterdale Terriers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Price of Coton de Tulear versus Price of Patterdale Terrier
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 Patterdale Terrier puppy is $680. The price of the Patterdale Terrier typically ranges from $550 – $950. However, the price of a Patterdale Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 14 Patterdale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Coton de Tulear is more expensive than the Patterdale Terrier.
| Coton de Tulear | Patterdale Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2060 | $680 |
| Price Range | $1745 to $2500 | $550 to $950 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Coton de Tulear and Patterdale Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Coton de Tulear puppies or how many Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Coton de Tulear puppy or the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier
Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.
Patterdale Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Patterdale Terriers?
Coton de Tulears do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Patterdale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Patterdale Terrier
Coton de Tulears do have a very low tendency to drool.
Patterdale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Patterdale Terrier?
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.
Patterdale Terriers 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 Patterdale Terrier?
Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Patterdale Terriers are very easy to groom.
Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Patterdale Terriers?
Coton de Tulears are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Patterdale Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Patterdale Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Coton de Tulears can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Patterdale Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Patterdale Terrier?
Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.
Patterdale Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Patterdale Terrier
Coton de Tulears have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Patterdale Terriers 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 Patterdale Terrier?
Coton de Tulears are very good for new dog owners.
Patterdale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Is the Coton de Tulear Better for Apartment Owners than the Patterdale Terrier?
Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.
Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Patterdale Terriers?
Coton de Tulears are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Patterdale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Patterdale Terriers?
Coton de Tulears get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Patterdale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Coton de Tulear or the Patterdale Terrier?
Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.
Patterdale Terriers 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 Patterdale Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Coton de Tulear and how the Patterdale Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Coton de Tulear and of the Patterdale Terrier to other breeds:
Coton de Tulear Versus Other Dog Breeds
Coton de Tulear versus French Bulldog Coton de Tulear versus Bolognese Coton de Tulear versus Samoyed Coton de Tulear versus Chorkie Coton de Tulear versus Bracco Italiano Coton de Tulear versus German Longhaired Pointer Coton de Tulear versus Chinese Crested Coton de Tulear versus Irish Wolfhound Coton de Tulear versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Coton de Tulear versus Swedish Vallhund
Patterdale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Patterdale Terrier versus English Cocker Spaniel Patterdale Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier Patterdale Terrier versus Spinone Italiano Patterdale Terrier versus Aussiedoodle Patterdale Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier Patterdale Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund Patterdale Terrier versus Cavachon Patterdale Terrier versus German Pinscher Patterdale Terrier versus Bouvier des Flandres Patterdale Terrier versus Tibetan Terrier
Conclusion: Coton de Tulear versus Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier better suits you and your family.