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- Average Litter Size of Coton de Tulear
- Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Coton de Tulear Will Have
- How Big Will a Coton de Tulear Puppy Get?
- How Much is a Coton de Tulear Puppy
- How Long is a Coton de Tulear Pregnant?
- How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Coton de Tulear
- Conclusion on Coton de Tulear Litter Size
Average Litter Size of Coton de Tulear
Researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science did a study where they counted the numbers of puppies in 27 different Coton de Tulear birth litters.
From this study, the researchers found that the average number of puppies that Coton de Tulears can have is 3 puppies. Also, the Coton de Tulear can have as few as 1 puppies per litter and as many as 7 puppies per litter.
See how the litter size of the Coton de Tulear compares to that of other dog breeds below:
Read this article to learn about how many puppies dogs have.
Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Coton de Tulear Will Have
Coton de Tulear Litter Size Predictor
According to the result of the research carried out by researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science, the number of puppies a Coton de Tulear will have depends on the following main factors:
- The size of the breed (most important factor): Giant dog breeds tend to have a bigger litter size, while smaller breeds give birth to a smaller number of puppies
- The method of mating: Natural mating results in a larger litter size than artificial insemination.
- The age of the female dog: Check out the chart below to see how many puppies a female Coton de Tulear is likely to have at different ages.
According to research, the following factors do not affect litter size:
- The time of the year of the litter was born (season of birth): Although, from the study, litters born in the Spring seem to be larger than litters from other seasons, however, the difference was not of significance.
- The number of times a female dog has given birth in the past (known as parity): The age of the female dog is more important to the extent that it makes parity insignificant.
Based on the important factors that affect litter size, the researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science developed formulas for predicting the litter size of dogs.
We have developed the Coton de Tulear litter size calculator above based on their formulas. Use the calculator to predict how many puppies a Coton de Tulear will have based on the age, and method of pregnancy for a Coton de Tulear
The calculator tells you how many puppies your Coton de Tulear will have if your Coton de Tulear gets pregnant today. The calculator assumes that the length of pregnancy will be two months.
Note that we are NOT in any way encouraging you to breed your Coton de Tulear. Dog breeding requires expertise. If you want to be breeding dogs, get the necessary training. Also, work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a dog.
The table below shows the average litter size to expect from a Coton de Tulear at different ages. This table applies to a Coton de Tulear that conceives through natural mating.
| Age (Years) | Average Litter Size | Litter Size Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 puppies | 3 to 4 puppies |
| 3 | 4 puppies | 3 to 5 puppies |
| 4 | 4 puppies | 3 to 5 puppies |
| 5 | 4 puppies | 3 to 5 puppies |
| 6 | 4 puppies | 2 to 5 puppies |
| 7 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 8 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 9 | 3 puppies | 1 to 6 puppies |
How Big Will a Coton de Tulear Puppy Get?
A Coton de Tulear puppy will grow up to weigh around 8 to 13 pounds. Furthermore, a Coton de Tulear puppy will grow up to be 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder.
Learn more about Coton de Tulear weight and how big Coton de Tulears grow here
How Much is a Coton de Tulear Puppy
The average price of a Coton de Tulear puppy is $2060. The price of a Coton de Tulear puppy ranges from $1745 to $2500.
Since the Coton de Tulear has an average litter size of 3, therefore a Coton de Tulear litter birth is worth $6180.
To learn more about the price of Coton de Tulear puppy, check our review on how much Coton de Tulear puppy cost, and Coton de Tulear buying advice.
How Long is a Coton de Tulear Pregnant?
Coton de Tulears are pregnant for 63 days on average (2 months) after conception. However, this is an average value. The length of pregnancy in Coton de Tulears can range from 58-68 days.
However, note that it is difficult to know the exact day that your Coton de Tulear conceives because conception may not happen at the same time that mating happens.
Sperm can live inside a female Coton de Tulear for several days after mating before conception occurs.
How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Coton de Tulear
To ensure that your Coton de Tulear successfully gets pregnant and deliver its puppies, here at the things you can do:
- Feed your Coton de Tulear well: A good diet will ensure that your Coton de Tulear has the nutrients and the energy it needs to get pregnant and maintain the pregnancy.
- Make sure your Coton de Tulear is in good health: Ensure you take your Coton de Tulear to the Vet care regularly for checkups, make sure your Coton de Tulear gets regular exercise. Also, make sure that your is not overweight or underweight.
To learn how to check if your Coton de Tulear is overweight or underweight, check out this resource.
Conclusion on Coton de Tulear Litter Size
Coton de Tulears can have 3 puppies per litter birth on average. The number of puppies that a Coton de Tulear will have depends on factors such as the age of the Coton de Tulear and the method of pregnancy (natural or artificial insemination).
Breeding Coton de Tulears the right way requires expertise and should be done after sufficient training.
Also, you should work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a Coton de Tulear. There are a lot of nuances involved in breeding a dog, which we do not have the time or the space to discuss here.
However, working with a veterinarian will ensure that your Coton de Tulear gets the right treatment necessary to make healthy puppies.
The litter size research study that we used for this article was conducted on Coton de Tulears in Norway. However, the authors of the research believe that the results can be generalized to other countries that have similar dog management systems as Norway.
