Is the Coton de Tulear Better than the Pyrenean Mastiff as a Pet? Answer…

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Coton de Tulear Versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Introduction

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

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

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 Pyrenean Mastiff

Coton de Tulear versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Overview

A very important difference between the Coton de Tulear and the Pyrenean Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Coton de Tulear is a tiny-sized dog while the Pyrenean Mastiff is a giant-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 Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Coton de Tulear to the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 4/5
Life Span 14 to 16 years 10 to 13 years
Easy To Groom 2/5 3/5
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 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 2/5
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 1/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Height 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 24 to 31 inches
Weight 8 to 13 pounds 130 to 200 pounds
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 11.5 years
Average Price $2060 No Data
Price Range $1745 – $2500 No Data
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 Pyrenean Mastiff. 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 Pyrenean Mastiff is 78 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Coton de Tulear is a better pet than the Pyrenean Mastiff. 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 Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems.
  • Coton de Tulears do not have the tendency to drool. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Coton de Tulears adapt well to apartment living. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Coton de Tulears are very friendly towards strangers. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs are not very friendly towards strangers.

    • The Similarities Between the Coton de Tulear and the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Pyrenean Mastiff have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Pyrenean Mastiff require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Pyrenean Mastiff are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Pyrenean Mastiff are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Pyrenean Mastiff get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Pyrenean Mastiff get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Coton de Tulear and the Pyrenean Mastiff are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds

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

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

    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, Pyrenean Mastiffs weigh 130 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Pyrenean Mastiffs are 24 to 31 inches when fully grown.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Coton de Tulear versus Pyrenean Mastiff

    Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Do Coton de Tulears shed more than Pyrenean Mastiffs?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Coton de Tulear or the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

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

    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.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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.

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

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Do Coton de Tulears Bark and Howl? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Is the Coton de Tulear Easier to Train than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Coton de Tulear vs. Pyrenean Mastiff

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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 Pyrenean Mastiff?

    Coton de Tulears are very good for new dog owners.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Is the Coton de Tulear Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Are Coton de Tulears good family dogs? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Coton de Tulears and Pyrenean Mastiffs?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Central Asian Shepherd Dog (74 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Coton de Tulear vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
  • Estrela Mountain Dog (75 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Coton de Tulear vs Estrela Mountain Dog.
  • Spanish Mastiff (72 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Coton de Tulear vs Spanish Mastiff.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Coton de Tulear Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Coton de Tulear versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Coton de Tulear versus Akita     Coton de Tulear versus Toy Poodle     Coton de Tulear versus Border Terrier     Coton de Tulear versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Coton de Tulear versus Samoyed     Coton de Tulear versus Bluetick Coonhound     Coton de Tulear versus Samoyed     Coton de Tulear versus Border Terrier     Coton de Tulear versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     

    Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pyrenean Mastiff versus Keeshond     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Bordoodle     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Scottish Deerhound     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Maltese     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Affenhuahua     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Labradoodle     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Briard     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Fila Brasileiro     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Manchester Terrier     

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