Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Fearless
Good-natured
Cheerful

Coton Eskimos are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Coton Eskimos make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a Labrottie if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Coton de Tulear, American Eskimo

Labrador Retriever and Rottweiler

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

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

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Pied
Cream

Black
Brown
Gray

Coton Eskimos have medium-length coats.

Labrotties have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Coton Eskimo can have a litter of 4-6 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 Labrottie can have a litter of 8-12 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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Heart Murmur

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Eye
Elbow
Hips

Coton Eskimos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Labrotties require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Coton Eskimos are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Labrotties are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Coton Eskimo, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Labrottie, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Coton Eskimos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Labrotties usually need at least 65 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Coton Eskimos require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Labrottie is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Coton Eskimo is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Labrottie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Coton Eskimo is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Labrottie is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Coton Eskimo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Labrottie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

Labrotties are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

Coton Eskimos are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Labrotties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

The Labrottie is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.