Affectionate
Courageous
Intelligent
Bold
Fearless
Reliable

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Staffordshire Bull Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Coton Eskimos are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Coton Eskimos make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

England

​United States

Terrier, Mastiff

Coton de Tulear, American Eskimo

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Brindle

White
Pied
Cream

Staffordshire Bull Terriers have short coats.

Coton Eskimos have medium-length coats.

A Staffordshire Bull Terrier can have a litter of 12-14 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 Eskimo 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.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Coton Eskimos are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hip Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Bone And Joint Problems
Cataracts
Bladder Stones

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Heart Murmur

Eye
Elbow
Hips
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays
Eye Examination

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

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Coton Eskimos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Staffordshire Bull Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Coton Eskimos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Coton Eskimos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Coton Eskimos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Coton Eskimos are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Staffordshire Bull Terrier, it's at least 8 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 Eskimo, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Staffordshire Bull Terriers usually need at least 90 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 Eskimos usually need at least 45 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Coton Eskimos 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 28-38 pound (13 - 17 kg) Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Coton Eskimo feed 3 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Coton Eskimo is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Staffordshire Bull Terrier is between $74 - $84. This makes an average of $888 - $1008 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 Eskimo 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.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Coton Eskimo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Coton Eskimos are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Coton Eskimos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Coton Eskimos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Coton Eskimos are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Coton Eskimos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.