Alert
Devoted
Intelligent
Obedient
Courageous
Energetic
Loyal
Watchful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Australia

​United States

Dingo, Smithfield, Collie

Japanese Chin and Coton de Tulear

1900s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Blue
Black

Black

Red
Blue

Black
White
Red
Pied

An Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Deafness

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

Hip Dysplasia
Dental Problems

Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

OFA
BAER Testing
Yearly Eye Exam
Yearly Physical Examination

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Coton Chin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles 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.

Coton Chins 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle, it's at least 12 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 Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles 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 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 Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-51 pound (16 - 23 kg) Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle feed 2.5 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 an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle 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 an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle 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.

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

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Coton Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Coton Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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

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