Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

United States

​United States

Dalmatian, Poodle

Japanese Chin and Coton de Tulear

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White

Black
White
Red
Pied

Dalmadoodles have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Coton Chins have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Dalmadoodle can have a litter of 6-9 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 Chin 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.

Dalmadoodles 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 Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Disease
Urinary Stones

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Murmur
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Urine And Blood Tests
ACTH test for Cushing’s Disease
Hearing and Ear Tests

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

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

Coton Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dalmadoodle, it's at least 10 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 Chin, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dalmadoodles usually need at least 90 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 Chins 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 Dalmadoodle requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Coton Chins 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.

Ideally, Dalmadoodle should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Coton Chin should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-70 pound (20 - 32 kg) Dalmadoodle 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 8-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton Chin feed 1 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 Dalmadoodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Coton Chin is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dalmadoodle 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 Coton Chin 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.

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

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

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

Coton Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Dalmadoodles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

Coton Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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