While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Coton Tzus are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Standard Auss-Tzu is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Vocal

Active
Playful
Loving
Happy
Protective
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Good-natured

​United States

United States

Coton De Tulear, Shih Tzu

Shih Tzu, Australian Shepherd

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DBR = Designer Breed Registry

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Cream
Brindle
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
White
Pied
Blue
Red
Cream

Coton Tzus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Standard Auss-Tzus are known for their coat length.

A Coton Tzu 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 Standard Auss-Tzu can have a litter of 6-9 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.

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Bladder Stones
Heart Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Liver Shunts

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Ectropion
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hydrocephalus
Dermoid Sinus
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Cleft Lip or Palate
Eye Conditions
Kidney Disease

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Hip X-Rays
Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
Eye Examinations
Blood And Urine Analysis
Full Physical Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests
Knee X-Rays

Coton Tzus are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Standard Auss-Tzus have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Tug-of-war, Walk, Fetch, Nap

Chase, Fetch, Play, Hurdles, Tug-of-war, Run, Walk, Hide & Seek

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Coton Tzu, it's at least 9 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 Standard Auss-Tzu, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Coton Tzus usually need at least 35 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 Standard Auss-Tzus usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

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

Standard Auss-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
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-16 pound (4 - 7 kg) Coton Tzu feed 1 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 30-50 pound (14 - 23 kg) Standard Auss-Tzu feed 2 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 Coton Tzu is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Standard Auss-Tzu is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Coton Tzu 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.

The average per month expenses of a Standard Auss-Tzu 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.

Coton Tzus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Coton Tzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Standard Auss-Tzus are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Coton Tzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Standard Auss-Tzus are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Coton Tzus are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Coton Tzus are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Standard Auss-Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Coton Tzus have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Standard Auss-Tzus are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Coton Tzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Standard Auss-Tzus are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.