Is my dog a Coton?

by miia
(Los Angeles, CA)

We found our little Gypsy about a year ago on a cold rainy night in front of our house eating trash. Long story short, he is now part of our family and is inseparable with my hubby. Since we take our dogs everywhere with us, people often ask us what breed he is. Our vet just told us he might be a Maltese, but we think he is way to big to be a Maltese (16-17 lb). So we are always curious what he might be, but regardless what he is, we love him the same.

When I was reading the personality of Coton, it's exactly describing our Gypsy. He is about 16-17 lb, extremely friendly with everyone (dogs, kids, people). He is very eager to please, very playful and mischievous. He has a very pronounced black nose and long nostril. He doesn't shed, and has pure white coat.

Here are some of his recent photos (after he got cleaned up. When we first found him, he was brown dog). I would greatly appreciate if someone cam give us some input on his possible identity. Thanks in advance~!