Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Comparison - Dog breed selector: Spits or Continental Toy Spaniel or Cotie? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Schipperke and Papillon. Which is better: Schipperke or Papillon or Coton de Tulear?
Name | Schipperke | Papillon | Coton de Tulear |
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Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 110 | 53 | 81 |
Reviews | 2 | 5 | 10 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear breeds. |
Spits Spitske Spitzke |
Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog |
Cotie Coton |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear? Compare adult weight ranges. | 12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg) | Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | 12-15 pounds (5.5-7 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 15 pounds (5.6.5 kg) | Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) | 13.5 pounds (5.6 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Schipperke or Papillon or Coton de Tulear? Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear height comparison: | 10-13 inches (21-33 cm) | Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) | 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 11.5 inches (27 cm) | Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) | 11 inches (27.5 cm) |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Find price differences between these breeds. | $600-$1000 | $400-$600 | $2400-$3000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Schipperke or Papillon or Coton de Tulear? | Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Coton de Tulear is quite easy to get. |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which breed ranks highest? | Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed. | Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which is easiest to train? | Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train. | Papillon dogs are easy to train. | Coton de Tulear dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which breed is most alert? | Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs. | Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. | Coton de Tulear dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which breed is most protective? | Schipperke dogs are average defenders. | Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. | Coton de Tulear dogs are average defenders. |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear? Compare temperaments. |
Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful |
Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly |
Playful Intelligent Affectionate Lively Trainable Vocal |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Sensitive: Coton de Tulear dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear? | Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Coton de Tulear dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear social needs comparison: | Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. | Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Coton de Tulear dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Coton de Tulear dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Their prey drive is low. |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which breed is most vocal? | Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. | A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Coton de Tulear barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which breed is most playful? | The Schipperke is a highly playful breed. | The Papillon is a highly playful breed. | The Coton de Tulear is a playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Papillon indoors. | Very house-friendly dog the Coton de Tulear breed. |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which breed is most flexible? | Schipperke dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Coton de Tulear dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Schipperke or Papillon or Coton de Tulear? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Coton de Tulear dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Coton de Tulear has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which uses mouth most during play? | Schipperke dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Coton de Tulear dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Schipperke bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Coton de Tulear bite force: Weak. |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which breed lives longest? |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years |
12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Coton de Tulear: 15 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which handles climate changes best? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which has fewer health issues? | The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Coton de Tulear is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Coton de Tulear should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear health problems comparison: | No data available |
Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia | Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which breed is most active? | Schipperke dogs are high-energy dogs. | Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Coton de Tulear dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Schipperke or Papillon or Coton de Tulear? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Schipperke dogs need a lot of exercises. | Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises. | Coton de Tulear dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Schipperke or Papillon or Coton de Tulear? | Schipperke dogs don't need too much sleep. | Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Coton de Tulear dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which is most prone to obesity? | High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Coton de Tulear has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which needs most food? | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot |
Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon | White |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which requires most maintenance? | Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which drools least? | The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Coton de Tulear is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Coton de Tulear has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Fluffy Soft Thick | Feathered | Soft |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Schipperke or Papillon or Coton de Tulear? Schipperke or Papillon or {name3 shedding: | Schipperke dogs shed moderately. | Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. | Coton de Tulear dogs are low shedders. |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which is best with kids? | Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Coton de Tulear dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Coton de Tulear dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Schipperke or Papillon or Coton de Tulear? Which dog is more friendly? | Schipperke dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Coton de Tulear dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Schipperke or Papillon or Coton de Tulear? | Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Coton de Tulear dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Schipperke or Papillon or Coton de Tulear? | Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Coton de Tulear dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear? |
Yes Schipperke dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Coton de Tulear dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Schipperke is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Coton de Tulear is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people. | Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people. | Coton de Tulears are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which is best suited for water work? | Yes Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Coton de Tulear breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which has most puppies? | 3-7 puppies | 2-4 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Schipperke vs Papillon vs Coton de Tulear Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2014 as a Non-Sporting breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Schipperke, Papillon, and Coton de Tulear. Which has most recognition? | No data available |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club |
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