Coton de Tulear Weight & Growth Chart

Complete weight guide with growth charts for male and female Coton de Tulears from puppy to adult.

Male Adult Weight

8–15 lbs

Female Adult Weight

6–13 lbs

Coton de Tulear Weight Overview

A fully grown Coton de Tulear weighs between 8 and 15 pounds. Males range 8–15 lbs; females 6–13 lbs.

Adults weigh 8 to 15 pounds. Males are slightly larger than females. They should be compact and sturdy, never appearing fragile or overly delicate..

Growth Chart

When Does a Coton de Tulear Stop Growing?

Expect your Coton de Tulear to reach adult height of 9–11 inches by 12–15 months. Full body maturity—including muscle development toward the 8–15 lb target—may continue until 14–18 months.

Growth is influenced by genetics, nutrition quality, and spay/neuter timing. One of the healthier small breeds with relatively few genetic issues. Responsible breeders test for PRA, patellar luxation, and the breed-specific neonatal ataxia..

Is My Coton de Tulear Overweight?

Assessing your Coton de Tulear's body condition (healthy range: 8–15 lbs):

Rib check: Run your hands along the ribcage—you should feel individual ribs under a slight fat layer
Overhead view: A defined waist should be visible between ribs and hips
Side profile: The abdomen should tuck upward behind the last rib

Overweight Coton de Tulears face higher risks of Patellar Luxation, joint problems, and shortened lifespan. Even for a small-sized breed, excess weight significantly impacts joint health and overall wellbeing. Work with your vet to adjust feeding and exercise if needed.

Feeding Recommendation

Daily food for an adult Coton de Tulear: 0.5–0.3 cups of high-quality dry food in two meals, budgeting $37–60/month. Puppies growing toward 8–15 lbs need three to four daily feedings until around six months old. One of the healthier small breeds with relatively few genetic issues. Responsible breeders test for PRA, patellar luxation, and the breed-specific neonatal ataxia.—treats count toward daily calorie intake.

Weight by Age Table

Age	Male (lbs)	Female (lbs)
3 months	3.4–4.1	2.8–3.5
6 months	7.4–9.1	6.3–7.8
9 months	10.7–13.3	9.1–11.3
12 months	13.4–16.6	11.4–14.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Adult Coton de Tulears weigh 8–15 lbs (males: 8–15 lbs; females: 6–13 lbs). Adults weigh 8 to 15 pounds. Males are slightly larger than females. They should be compact and sturdy, never appearing fragile or overly delicate..

Height plateaus around 12–15 months for the Coton de Tulear, with males reaching 15 lbs and females 13 lbs at maturity. As a non-sporting breed originally from Madagascar, they were bred for a compact, sturdy build.

For a Coton de Tulear at healthy weight (8–15 lbs), you should feel ribs without pressing hard, see a defined waist from above, and notice an abdominal tuck from the side. Even modest excess weight stresses this small-sized breed's frame and can worsen conditions like Patellar Luxation.

Feeding amounts depend on age, current weight, and the Coton de Tulear's expected adult size of 8–15 lbs. Puppies under 6 months need 3–4 meals daily; older puppies eat twice daily. A high-quality puppy food formulated for small breeds provides the right nutrient balance. One of the healthier small breeds with relatively few genetic issues. Responsible breeders test for PRA, patellar luxation, and the breed-specific neonatal ataxia..

A Coton de Tulear puppy not gaining weight needs veterinary attention. Expected growth milestones lead to an adult weight of 8–15 lbs (males 8–15, females 6–13). Possible causes: parasites, insufficient calorie density in food, stress, or underlying conditions. Ensure the puppy is eating without competition from littermates or other pets.