Life is sweeter with a Coton
At Dolce Vita Cotons, we are dedicated to raising and showing happy and healthy Coton de Tulear dogs. Our decades' long love for these dogs motivates us to prove our dogs in the show ring, health test our breeding dogs, and socialize our puppies to ensure they are the best canine companions they can be.
Meet our dogs
History of the Coton de Tulear
Known as the "Royal Dog of Madagascar," the Coton de Tulear was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 2014 and is a member of the Nonsporting Group. Cotons are also recognized by the United Kennel Club (UKC). The breed originates from the island nation of Madagascar and has been featured on its postage stamp. They were first imported to Europe, where they are shown in the Federation Cynologique Internationale. The AKC, UKC, and FCI publish breed standards describing the basic characteristics of the breed, which serves as a blueprint for breeders and fanciers.
Cotons are a small, fluffy white companion dog with a true "joie de vivre." They are affectionate and attached to their owners. They are sturdy and love to go on walks, play in the yard, and participate in dog sports like obedience, rally and even barn hunt! They have a clownish nature and can make their opinions known with unique vocalizations. They are adaptable and can live in apartments and small homes, but they need human companionship and suffer if left alone for extended periods of time.
About Dolce Vita Cotons
We acquired our first CDT in 2005, many years before they received full recognition by AKC. Our love for these happy little dogs has only grown. We began exhibiting and showing our Cotons in 2022 and have been blessed to receive considerable recognition of our dogs in the show ring since. We have shown at Westminster and the AKC National Championship in Orlando, FL as well as many local and regional dog shows. Our dogs have ranked in the top 5 dogs of the breed as well as top rankings in the National Owner Handled Finals as well as the UKC Premier Nationals in Kalamazoo, MI. We are members of the North American Coton Association, the USA Coton de Tulear Club, and the Greater Collin Kennel Club. Our dogs are health tested and listed on the OFA website.
Our Facilities
We are located in North Texas, but we can arrange transport for your puppy throughout the continental United States.
Contact Us
email: elaine@dolcevitacotons.com
No puppies available at this time
Dolce Vita Cotons
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