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

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

Outright
Tempered
Courageous
Loving
Familiar
Lively
Spirited

Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Intelligent
Playful
Vocal

German Pinschers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Coton de Tulears are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a German Pinscher if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Coton de Tulears are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Germany

Madagascar

rattenfanger

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

Working (AKC:2003)
Terrier (UKC)

Non Sporting (AKC:2014)
Companion (UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Fawn
Red
Brown
Blue

White
Gray
Red

German Pinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Coton de Tulears have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

A German Pinscher 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 de Tulear can have a litter of 14-16 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.

German Pinschers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Coton de Tulears are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

German Pinschers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Congenital Heart Defect

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

German Pinschers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Coton de Tulears are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

German Pinscher has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

German Pinschers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Coton de Tulears need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

German Pinschers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Coton de Tulears have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

German Pinscher dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Coton de Tulear dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Walking, Petting, Running, Walk, Play, Run, Fetch, Hike

Snuggling, Sniffing, Marking, Exploring, Fetch, Running, Walk, Catch treats, Play, Watching tv, Sleeping

German Pinschers 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 de Tulears 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 German Pinscher, it's at least 14 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 de Tulear, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Pinschers usually need at least 90 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 de Tulears 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 German Pinscher is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-90 pound (29 - 41 kg) German Pinscher feed 3 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 9-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton de Tulear feed 0.7 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 German Pinscher is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a German Pinscher is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 de Tulear 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.

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

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

German Pinschers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

German Pinschers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

German Pinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

German Pinschers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

German Pinschers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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