Japan

United States

Kocki, Shikoku, Mastiff, German Pointer, St. Bernard

Coton de Tulear and Lhasa Apso

1800s

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Red
Brindle
Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Tosas have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Lhasa-Cotons are known for their coat length.

A Tosa can have a litter of 10-12 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 Lhasa-Coton 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Eye Problems

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

OFA
CERF
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)

Cuddling, Chasing stick, Going on drives, Going on walks, Photo shoots, Playing, MAJOR cuddler

Walking

Tosas 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.

Lhasa-Cotons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lhasa-Coton dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tosa, it's at least 10 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 Lhasa-Coton, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Tosas 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 Lhasa-Cotons 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.

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 120-170 pound (54 - 77 kg) Tosa 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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Lhasa-Coton 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 Tosa is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Lhasa-Coton is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Tosa 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 Lhasa-Coton 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.