What is the utility of these dogs?

by Thomas A. Oliver
(Spring Valley, California, USA)

Are these dogs herding dogs, guardian dogs or just barnyard dogs?

Comments for What is the utility of these dogs?

Average Rating

Click here to add your own comments

May 09, 2013
Rating

coton utility dog? NEW
by: sherry cotton candie

I agree Vicky, these little gems are so in tune with our feelings they could very well be great therapy dogs. We took the girls to a nursing home pet parade last week and cotton was a little prima dona --- running and greeting each resident as though they were there only to pet her. She continues to amaze me in knowing when I am going somewhere that she cannot go. We can no longer spell G O as she has figured that out.

Such a smart breed. I think with training these dogs could do about anything. They have the desire to please and have such devotion. Its like they know how we feel and what we plan on doing. Can really put a guilt trip on us at times. She is just my baby and I cannot imagine a day without her.

Apr 07, 2013
Rating

Sherri NEW
by: Vicky & Jonah (Az)

U know since this is my 1st Coton thou I did my homework. Jonah is 5.5. I know this sounds weird but I swear I will be thinking I wonder what Jonah's up to ever since he was a pup & the next thing i know I hear a patter of feet as if he reads my mind.

Thinking I may be crazy the thing is it has been going on again like I said ever since a pup.

I will bet u they would also make very good therapy dogs that detect convulsions, tremors etc.

What do u think?

Apr 07, 2013
Rating

purpose of cotons NEW
by: sherry cotton candie

I to would like to know why you would ask this question??????

They are wonderful/beautiful long haired dogs with a loving temperment and are extremely devoted to their humans.

Their purpose is to love and be loved!!!! End of story!

Feb 06, 2013
Rating

Coton's NEW
by: Vicky & Jonah (Az)

When I 1st became aware of this beautiful little dogs it was in my "Simon & Schuster's" Guide to Dogs. Edited be Elizabeth Meriweather Schuler, Copywrite 1980.

Uses: It is a companion dog that loves wide open spaces, enjoys swimming, and can follow its master on horseback for many miles.

In the UK they were 1st shown in the gun grp. but now r classified at "Crofts" in the non sporting grp.

Jonah my Coton luvs ball, frizbee, agility, swimming, dog parks, walks, I could go on & on.

Easily trained & sharp as a tack best dog ever.

Jan 24, 2013
Rating

What is the utility of these dogs NEW
by: Anonymous

Barnyard?! BARNYARD!!!!!!! Pampered love bugs, thank you very much!

Dec 23, 2012
Rating

None
by: Diane

Coton's are consididered majestic in madagascar, for good reason. They are bread strickly for companionship. They are not meant for anything other than that. It worries me why you would ask such a question actually.

http://animal.discovery.com/tv-shows/dogs-101/videos/coton-de-tulear.htm

Dec 18, 2012
Rating

Coton Utility
by: Anne/Glenmoore

Cotons are lap dogs, extremely adorable, love their families, and are happiest when included in all family activities.

They run like the wind, are great at agility, and love chasing squirrels, chipmunks, fox, mice. Easily trainable. Our Coton discovered a mouse outside and was so excited she was shaking. I had to get rid of the mouse because she was crying to go outside. Every time she went out, she went right to the spot where she discovered it. Hope you consider this breed for companion purposes. They are awesome.

Dec 17, 2012
Rating

utility?
by: Anonymous

they are listed as a rare toy breed. No utility just lap/luv pups.

Click here to add your own comments

Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to Coton FAQs.