While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Coton Schnauzers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Japanese Chin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Lively
Trainable
Fearless
Spirited
Vocal

Alert
Independent
Loving
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal

Coton Schnauzers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Japanese Chins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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Japan

Coton de Tulear and Miniature Schnauzer

pug, pekingese

Unknown

ancient times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Pied
Black
Silver

Black
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Coton Schnauzers are known for their coat length.

Japanese Chins have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

A Coton Schnauzer can have a litter of 3-6 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.

A Japanese Chin can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Pancreatitis

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Heart Murmur

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Coton Schnauzer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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

Fetch

Sniffing, Pets, Walk

Coton Schnauzers 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.

Japanese Chins are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Japanese Chin dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Coton Schnauzer, it's at least 7 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 Japanese Chin, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Coton Schnauzers usually need at least 40 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 Japanese 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.

Coton Schnauzers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Japanese Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Japanese 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
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Coton Schnauzer 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.

The average per month expenses of a Japanese Chin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Japanese Chins have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Coton Schnauzer is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Japanese Chins are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

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

Japanese Chins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Japanese Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Japanese Chins have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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