Poo-Ton

What kind of personality do Poo-Tons have? The Poo-Ton is an affectionate, intelligent, and playful designer. Their lovable personalities and cheerful energy make them a great choice in a family home with children and other pets.

Do Poo-Tons bark a lot? While the Coton de Tulear is known for being fairly quiet, the ever-diligent Poodle is always on alert and ready to sound the alarm. Barking might vary from one Poo-Ton to the next but it shouldn't be excessive.

Do Poo-Tons shed? While the Poodle is often considered to be a non-shedding breed, the Coton de Tulear on the other hand is a light shedder. However, shedding should be very minimum with the Poo-Ton.

The Poo-Ton is the result of a cross between a toy or miniature Poodle and a Coton de Tulear. They are generally healthy but may be beset with disease conditions inherited from their parent breeds. With proper care and yearly vet exams, the majority of Poo-Tons will live long and healthy lives. While most Poo-Tons will not encounter these health issues it is important to know them, monitor your dog for any physical or behavioral changes, and contact your veterinarian with any concerns. Your vet might also recommend running basic health screenings to diagnose or even rule out potential health risks.

Potential Health Conditions:

• Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)

• Elbow Dysplasia (ED)

• Gum Disease, Periodontal Disease

• Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

• Addison’s Disease, Hypoadrenocorticism

• Bloat – Gastric Dilatation Volvulus(GDV)

• Von Willebrand’s Disease (VDW)

• Sebaceous Adenitis (SA)

• Leaky Valve Disease, Mitral Valve Disease (MVD)

• Inward Turned Eyelids, Entropion

• Corneal Dystrophy

Suggested screenings:

• Hip evaluation

• Elbow evaluation

• Eye examination

Routine care:

• Spay or neuter

• Routine dental care

• Controlled exercise