Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Quick
Selfish
Spirited

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

​United States

Scottish Terrier and Mini Fox Terrier

Japanese Chin and Coton de Tulear

1990s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Pied
Brindle

Black
White
Red
Pied

Wiry

Straight

A Mini Scottish Fox Terrier can have a litter of 2-6 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.

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.

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers 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.

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

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

Allergies
Scotty Cramp
Hypothyroidism
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Hearing
Dna Test For Vwd
Eye Examination
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Thyroid Panel
Allergy Testing

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers 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.

Mini Scottish Fox 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 Chins 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 Mini Scottish Fox Terrier, it's at least 6 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 Mini Scottish Fox 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 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 Mini Scottish Fox Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Mini Scottish Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Mini Scottish Fox Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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.

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers 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.

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Coton Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers 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.