How tall is a Coton de Tulear?

An adult Coton de Tulear stands about 11 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Coton de Tulear considered a small dog?

Yes — at 11" / 12 lb, the Coton de Tulear falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #213 tallest.

How does a Coton de Tulear compare to a person?

At 11" tall, a Coton de Tulear stands about 17% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Coton de Tulear Size Compared to a Person

A Coton de Tulear stands 11″ at the shoulder and weighs about 12 lb — that puts it at 17% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #213 by shoulder height and falls into the small-breed size class (Small breeds, 11–15").

Coton de Tulear next to a person at scale — 11-inch shoulder height, 12 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Coton de Tulear at 11″ / 12 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Coton de Tulear compares

	Coton de Tulear	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	11″	64″	-53″
Weight	12 lb	135 lb	-123 lb

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About the Coton de Tulear

The Coton de Tulear is a charming small breed named after the city of Tulear in Madagascar and their distinctive cotton-like coat. Often called the "Royal Dog of Madagascar," the Coton has been a cherished companion on the island for centuries, where they were favored by Malagasy nobility. These bright-eyed, fluffy white dogs are known for their happy-go-lucky personality, their love of people, and their remarkably soft, cottony coats that feel like a cloud.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Small size class with shoulder height closest to the Coton de Tulear.

American Eskimo — 11″ / 8 lb (same height)
Australian Terrier — 11″ / 18 lb (same height)
Bichon Frise — 11″ / 15 lb (same height)
Bichpoo — 11″ / 12 lb (same height)
Bolognese — 11″ / 8 lb (same height)
Boston Terrier — 11″ / 19 lb (same height)
Doxiepoo — 11″ / 18 lb (same height)
Doxle — 11″ / 22 lb (same height)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Coton de Tulear?: An adult Coton de Tulear stands about 11 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Coton de Tulear considered a small dog?: Yes — at 11" / 12 lb, the Coton de Tulear falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #213 tallest.
How does a Coton de Tulear compare to a person?: At 11" tall, a Coton de Tulear stands about 17% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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