Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Lively
Trainable
Fearless
Spirited
Vocal

Brave
Impetuous
Obedient
Docile
Intelligent
Quarrelsome

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

Portuguese Water Dogs shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

​United States

Portugal

Coton de Tulear and Miniature Schnauzer

poodle

Unknown

700 BC

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White
Pied
Black
Silver

Black
White
Brown

Coton Schnauzers are known for their coat length.

Portuguese Water Dogs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wiry

Curly

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 Portuguese Water Dog can have a litter of 10-14 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

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Portuguese Water Dogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Fetch

Walking, Petting, Running, Run, Frisbee, Swim, Fetch, Nose work, Sniffing, Drinking water, Jogging, Walk, Tug-of-war, Jump

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.

Portuguese Water Dogs 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.

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 Portuguese Water Dog, it's at least 10 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 Portuguese Water Dogs 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.

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

The Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Portuguese Water Dog 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

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Coton Schnauzer 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.

For an average 42-60 pound (19 - 27 kg) Portuguese Water Dog 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.

The average cost of a Coton Schnauzer is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Portuguese Water Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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 Portuguese Water Dog 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.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Portuguese Water Dogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.