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- Coton de Tulear Versus Pekingese: Introduction
- Coton de Tulear versus Pekingese: Overview
- Coton de Tulear versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese
- The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese
- Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Pekingese
- Price of Coton de Tulear versus Price of Pekingese
- Adopting the Coton de Tulear versus Adopting the Pekingese
- The Popularity of Coton de Tulear versus Popularity of Pekingese
- Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Pekingese
- Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Pekingeses?
- Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Pekingese
- Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Coton de Tulear or the Pekingese?
- Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Pekingeses?
- Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
- Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Pekingese
- Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
- How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Pekingeses?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Coton de Tulear or the Pekingese?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Coton de Tulear
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pekingese
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Coton de Tulear versus Pekingese. Which One is a Better Pet?
Coton de Tulear Versus Pekingese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese? 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese 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 Pekingese. 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 Pekingese.
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 Pekingese
Coton de Tulear versus Pekingese: Overview
Both the Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese are similar in size. The Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese are both tiny-sized dogs.
Furthermore, both the Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese are Companion Dogs. This means both the Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese 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.
Coton de Tulear versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Coton de Tulear to the Pekingese 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 | Pekingese |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 14 to 16 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 8 to 13 pounds | 7 to 14 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 15.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2060 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $1745 – $2500 | $1288 – $2500 |
| Temperament Score | No Data | 93.3 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
|
No Data |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 74 | 86 |
*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 Pekingese. 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 Pekingese is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Coton de Tulear is a better pet than the Pekingese. 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese
Below is a list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese are most different:
The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese
The Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Coton de Tulear versus Pekingese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese.
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, Pekingeses weigh 7 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Pekingeses are 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of Coton de Tulear versus Price of Pekingese
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 Pekingese puppy is $1930. The price of the Pekingese typically ranges from $1288 – $2500. However, the price of a Pekingese can be as low as $700 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 138 Pekingese puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Coton de Tulear is more expensive than the Pekingese.
| Coton de Tulear | Pekingese | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2060 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $1745 to $2500 | $1288 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Coton de Tulear and Pekingese. For different price points, the charts show how many Coton de Tulear puppies or how many Pekingese 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 Pekingeses
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Coton de Tulear puppy or the Pekingese 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 Pekingese
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Coton de Tulears and many Pekingeses 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, Pekingeses are also available for adoption. For example, Roy is a Male Pekingese that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Pekingeses like Roy that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also Maxum, an adorable Male Pekingese on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Coton de Tulears and Pekingeses that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Coton de Tulear versus Popularity of Pekingese
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Coton de Tulear and the Pekingese over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Coton de Tulear is more popular with dog owners than the Pekingese. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Coton de Tulear is 74 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Pekingese is 86 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Coton de Tulear
Popularity of Pekingese
| Year | Coton de Tulear Popularity Rank | Pekingese Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 31.0 | 82 |
| 2015 | 85.0 | 80 |
| 2016 | 80.0 | 93 |
| 2017 | 81.0 | 88 |
| 2018 | 81.0 | 92 |
| 2019 | 81.0 | 83 |
| 2020 | 80.0 | 95 |
| 2013 | no data | 77 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Pekingese
Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.
Pekingeses can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Pekingeses?
Coton de Tulears do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Pekingeses shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Pekingese
Coton de Tulears do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pekingeses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Does the Coton de Tulear Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
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.
Pekingeses 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 Pekingese?
Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Pekingeses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Pekingeses?
Coton de Tulears are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Pekingeses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Pekingeses can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
Coton de Tulears can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Pekingeses cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.
Pekingeses are fairly easy to train.
Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Pekingese
Coton de Tulears have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Pekingeses 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 Pekingese?
Coton de Tulears are very good for new dog owners.
Pekingeses are very good for new dog owners.
Is the Coton de Tulear Better for Apartment Owners than the Pekingese?
Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.
Pekingeses adapt very well to apartment living.
Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
Coton de Tulears are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pekingeses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Pekingeses?
Coton de Tulears get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pekingeses 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 Pekingese?
Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.
Pekingeses 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pekingese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pekingese 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 Pekingese:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Coton de Tulear and how the Pekingese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Coton de Tulear and of the Pekingese to other breeds:
Coton de Tulear Versus Other Dog Breeds
Coton de Tulear versus Maltese Coton de Tulear versus Irish Terrier Coton de Tulear versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Coton de Tulear versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Coton de Tulear versus Saint Bernard Coton de Tulear versus Mountain Cur Coton de Tulear versus Australian Kelpie Coton de Tulear versus Chinese Shar-Pei Coton de Tulear versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Coton de Tulear versus Affenpinscher
Pekingese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pekingese versus Bich Poo Pekingese versus Frenchton Pekingese versus Sheepadoodle Pekingese versus Miniature Schnauzer Pekingese versus English Cocker Spaniel Pekingese versus Golden Cocker Retriever Pekingese versus Clumber Spaniel Pekingese versus Boxer Pekingese versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Pekingese versus American Water Spaniel
Conclusion: Coton de Tulear versus Pekingese. 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 Pekingese better suits you and your family.