Unfortunately, the Chinese Shar-Pei 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.

Chinese Shar-Peis aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

China

Madagascar

Chow Chow

Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese

206 BC

1600s

Non Sporting (AKC:1992)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Non Sporting (AKC:2014)
Companion (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Fawn
Cream
Red

White
Gray
Red

Chinese Shar-Peis have medium-length coats.

Coton de Tulears have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Chinese Shar-Pei can have a litter of 8-12 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.

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.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Kidney Problems
Chinese Shar-Pei Fever
Mast Cell Tumors

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Problems
Heat Sensitivity

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Chinese Shar-Peis' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Chinese Shar-Pei dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Coton de Tulears bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Napping, Exploring, Jogging, Walking, Cuddles, Sniffing, Fetch, Sleeping, Running, Going on walks, Chewing bones, Cuddling, Eating Snacks, Walk, Tug-of-war, Play, Walks

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chinese Shar-Pei, it's at least 8 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 Chinese Shar-Peis 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 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 Chinese Shar-Pei has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Ideally, Chinese Shar-Pei should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Coton de Tulear 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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Chinese Shar-Pei is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Chinese Shar-Pei 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 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.

Chinese Shar-Peis are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Coton de Tulear has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Chinese Shar-Peis are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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