Breed of dogs: Coton de Tulear

Coton de Tulear breed dog

Very similar to Bichon frize, with whom he is related, is nice raza dog's It is originally from the island that currently constitutes the Malagasy Republic, and where their specimens are known as the Royal dogs of Madagascar.

This honorary title has been carried since the seventeenth century, when the Cotton Tulear were officially designated as the exclusive breed for the Merino monarchy, so its possession was restricted only to members of royalty. 

But where does its curious name come from? First, Cotton It comes from the French language, in which it means cotton, and evidently refers to its fluffy fur. And as for Tulear, it is an adaptation of "Tute”, Name given to the port of Madagascar, which was one of the main areas that saw the evolution of the Cotton Tulear from the crosses of local breeds with the Bichon Frize brought by the European vessels that traded across the Indian Ocean.

Coton de Tulear breed dog

And after its long history of privilege on its distant island of origin, the Cotton of Tulear was officially recognized as canine breed in 1996 by the United Kennel Club, after which his prestige as service dog It was on the rise, not only because of his beautiful appearance and cheerful expression, but also because of his notorious intelligence, affability, and easy training.

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