Unfortunately, the Bordernese 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.

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Tenacious
Faithful

Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Intelligent
Playful
Vocal

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

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

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Madagascar

Bernese Mountain Dog, Border Collie

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

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

Unknown

1600s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown

White
Gray
Red

Borderneses are known for their coat length.

Coton de Tulears have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Bordernese can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Borderneses 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.

Borderneses typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Coton de Tulear breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Meningitis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Histiocytosis

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Pannus
Lens Luxation
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Familial Nephropathy
Color Dilution Alopecia

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Blood Test
Dna Test For Pk
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Borderneses 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.

Bordernese 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.

Walking, Fetch, Playing, Walk, Walki, Catch, Tug-of-war, Wrestling, Training, Playing Ball, Cuddling, Running

Snuggling, Sniffing, Marking, Exploring, Fetch, Running, Walk, Catch treats, Play, Watching tv, Sleeping

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bordernese, it's at least 8 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 Coton de Tulear, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Borderneses usually need at least 60 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 Coton de Tulears usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Bordernese 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.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-80 pound (18 - 36 kg) Bordernese feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 9-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton de Tulear feed 0.7 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Coton de Tulear is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bordernese 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.

The average per month expenses of a Coton de Tulear is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Bordernese is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

Borderneses can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Borderneses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Borderneses are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Borderneses 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.

Borderneses 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.

Borderneses 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.