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The Coton De Tulear originated in
- France
- Madagascar
- Russia
- Belgium
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The Coton de Tulear originated on the island of Madagascar off the southeast coast of Africa. </div>
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According to AKC breed standard, Cotons come in two ACCEPTABLE coat colors – the common white and less common black.
- TRUE
- FALSE
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Black is NOT a permissible color. Disqualification - Black on the body is a disqualification at any age - AKC breed standard </div>
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The Tall Coton is a very rare type of Coton De Tulear that stands up to 17 inches tall. They are NOT a hybrid dog but 100% Coton.
- TRUE
- FALSE
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The tall Coton is the rarest kind of purebred Coton de Tulear. It's taller than usual—standing 15 to 17 inches at the shoulders—because of a genetic mutation, and it can even be born to normal-sized parents. Even though it's a purebred, its size is over the official limit, so it can't compete in conformation shows. The good news is that tall Cotons don't have any proven extra health risks. </div>
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According to the AKC, the Coton is a Hypoallergenic Dog.
- TRUE
- FALSE
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Which rare, inherited neurological disorder affects Coton de Tulear puppies?
- Bandera’s Neonatal Ataxia
- Canine Degenerative Myelopathy
- Hip Dysplasia
- Hyperuricosuria
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Bandera's Neonatal Ataxia (BNAt) is a rare, inherited brain disorder that affects Coton de Tulear puppies. It damages the part of the brain that controls balance and coordination, so affected puppies cannot stand or walk normally—they often fall over, paddle their legs, or move in a "swimming" motion. It is caused by a recessive gene, meaning a puppy must inherit the defective gene from both parents to be affected. There is no cure, and affected puppies are usually humanely euthanized. Breeders can use DNA tests to avoid breeding two carriers together. </div>
Question of
What are two physical features that can help you tell a true Coton de Tulear apart from a scam dog sold as a “rare Coton”?
- A cotton-ball tail and a slightly longer muzzle
- A curly tail and a short muzzle
- A long tail and a flat face
- A straight tail and floppy ears
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Because of their high price, some scammers try to pass off Bichon or Maltese mixes as "rare Cotons." To avoid getting tricked, look for a true Coton's distinctive cotton-ball tail and slightly longer muzzle. If the dog doesn't have those features, it's probably not a real Coton! </div>
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As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average running speed of Coton de Tuelar?
- 11.9 mph
- 16 mph
- 13.2 mph
- 18.72 mph
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The AKC Conducts Dog Racing Trials each December in Orlando, FL. called the Fast CAT Invitational. This is a 100 yard race where dogs run individually chasing a lure. The average running speed by Coton de Tulear's is about 16 mph. The fastest recorded speed by a Coton de Tulear was by a dog named Gaby Lacasse at 22.73 mph! </div>
Question of
In genetic research on modern dog breed development, the Coton has shown the most common DNA with an ancestor of which of the following breeds?
- Pug
- West Highlands White Terrier
- Bichon Frise
- Bolognese
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In Landmark Research on Modern Dog Breed development, the Coton de Tulear has been shown to share the most DNA with an ancestor of the following breeds: Pug Maltese Berger Picard </div>
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How do Coton de Tulears typically behave when they notice something unusual, like a strange sound or a stranger?
- They give a soft bark or “singing” sound to alert their owner
- They bark loudly and aggressively
- They run away and refuse to come back
- They stay completely silent and hide
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Cotons are like little watchdogs—they're very aware of what's going on around them and will let you know if they hear something weird or spot a stranger. But they're polite about it! They use a soft bark or a "singing" sound instead of constant, annoying barking. </div>
Question of
Both of the following conditions occur in Coton du Tulear. Which occurs more often in the breed?
- Disk Herniation / IVDD
- Hyperuricosuria (HUU)
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Disk Herniation (IVDD) is much more common in Coton de Tulears than Hyperuricosuria. In fact, up to 41% of young adult Cotons show some degree of spinal disc degeneration on X-rays. This is because Cotons are a chondrodystrophic breed—they carry a gene that gives them their short legs and longer bodies, but that same gene also causes early spinal disc wear and tear. Hyperuricosuria, on the other hand, is a rare condition in the breed. It's a separate metabolic issue that causes bladder and kidney stones, but it's much less common in Cotons compared to breeds like Dalmatians or Bulldogs. </div>

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Coton De Tulear Dog Breed Quiz

The Coton De Tulear originated in

According to AKC breed standard, Cotons come in two ACCEPTABLE coat colors – the common white and less common black.

The Tall Coton is a very rare type of Coton De Tulear that stands up to 17 inches tall. They are NOT a hybrid dog but 100% Coton.

According to the AKC, the Coton is a Hypoallergenic Dog.

Which rare, inherited neurological disorder affects Coton de Tulear puppies?

What are two physical features that can help you tell a true Coton de Tulear apart from a scam dog sold as a “rare Coton”?

As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average running speed of Coton de Tuelar?

In genetic research on modern dog breed development, the Coton has shown the most common DNA with an ancestor of which of the following breeds?

How do Coton de Tulears typically behave when they notice something unusual, like a strange sound or a stranger?

Both of the following conditions occur in Coton du Tulear. Which occurs more often in the breed?

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