Unfortunately, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Coton Tzus are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Loving
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Confidence
Reserved

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Vocal

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Coton Tzus are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Great Dane, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

Coton De Tulear, Shih Tzu

Hazel

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Black
Blue
Brindle
White

White
Black
Cream
Brindle
Brown

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Coton Tzus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Greater Swiss Mountain Dane can have a litter of 10-15 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 Tzu 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.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Coton Tzus are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes 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 Tzu breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Distichiasis
Myotonia

Bladder Stones
Heart Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Liver Shunts

Eyes
Hips
X-Rays
Blood Tests
Heart Testing

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Coton Tzus are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dane has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Coton Tzus are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Coton Tzu dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Greater Swiss Mountain Dane, it's at least 11 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 Tzu, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Greater Swiss Mountain Danes usually need at least 60 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 Tzus usually need at least 35 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Coton Tzus have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dane should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Coton Tzu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 90-200 pound (41 - 91 kg) Greater Swiss Mountain Dane feed 4 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 9-16 pound (4 - 7 kg) Coton Tzu feed 1 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Tzu 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.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Coton Tzus are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Coton Tzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Coton Tzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Coton Tzus are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Coton Tzus are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.