Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Faithful
Trustworthy

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Golden Mountain Dogs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Coton Chins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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Golden Retriever and Bernese Mountain Dog

Japanese Chin and Coton de Tulear

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Brown
White
Black

Black
White
Red
Pied

Golden Mountain Dogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Coton Chins have medium-length coats.

A Golden Mountain Dog can have a litter of 5-10 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 Coton Chin 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.

Golden Mountain Dogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Coton Chins are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Golden Mountain Dog breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Coton Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Heart Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Murmur
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Glucose Tests
Physical and Neurologic Examination

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

Golden Mountain Dog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Coton Chin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Golden Mountain Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Mountain Dog, it's at least 10 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 Coton Chin, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Mountain Dogs usually need at least 60 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 Coton Chins 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.

The Golden Mountain Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Coton Chins 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, Golden Mountain Dog should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Coton Chin 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
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-120 pound (36 - 54 kg) Golden Mountain Dog feed 4 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 8-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton Chin 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.

The average cost of a Golden Mountain Dog is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Coton Chin is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Mountain Dog is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Coton Chin 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.

Golden Mountain Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Coton Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Golden Mountain Dogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Coton Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Golden Mountain Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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