Unfortunately, the Cairanian is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Coton de Tulears are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Fearless
Assertive
Extroverted

Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Intelligent
Playful
Vocal

Cairanians are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Coton de Tulears are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Cairanians aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Coton de Tulears are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Madagascar

Cairn Terrier, Pomeranian

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

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A Cairanian can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Coton de Tulear can have a litter of 14-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Cairanians are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Coton de Tulears are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Entropion
Mitral Valve Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Intervertebral Disc Degeneration

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

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Physical Examination

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Cairanians' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Coton de Tulears are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Cairanian has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Coton de Tulear has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Cairanians sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Coton de Tulears have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Cairanian dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Coton de Tulears bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Cairanian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Coton de Tulears have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Cairanian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Coton de Tulear has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Cairanian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Coton de Tulears make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Cairanians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Coton de Tulears are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cairanians are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Coton de Tulears are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Cairanians are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Coton de Tulears are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Cairanians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Coton de Tulears are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Cairanians are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Coton de Tulears are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.