Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Vocal

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Fearless

Lhasa-Cotons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Smooth Fo-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

Possibly United States

Coton de Tulear and Lhasa Apso

Shih Tzu, Smooth Fox Terrier

2000s

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
White
Brindle

Lhasa-Cotons are known for their coat length.

Smooth Fo-Tzus have medium-length coats.

A Lhasa-Coton can have a litter of 4-6 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 Smooth Fo-Tzu 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.

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Cataracts
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Eyelid Defects
Eye Diseases and Disorders
CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

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

Smooth Fo-Tzu has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Lhasa-Cotons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lhasa-Coton dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Smooth Fo-Tzus 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 Lhasa-Coton, it's at least 5 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 Smooth Fo-Tzu, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Lhasa-Cotons 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.

In general most Smooth Fo-Tzus 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.

Lhasa-Cotons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Smooth Fo-Tzus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Smooth Fo-Tzu 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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

Smooth Fo-Tzus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Lhasa-Cotons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Smooth Fo-Tzu is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Lhasa-Cotons make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Smooth Fo-Tzus are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Lhasa-Cotons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Smooth Fo-Tzus are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Lhasa-Cotons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Smooth Fo-Tzus are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Lhasa-Cotons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Smooth Fo-Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Lhasa-Cotons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Smooth Fo-Tzus are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.