Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Vocal
Extroverted

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Cheerful

Pom-Cotons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Jack Tzus aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Pomeranian, Coton de Tulear

Jack Russell Terrier, Shih Tzu

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DBR = Designer Breed Registry

Unknown

​Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brindle
White
Blue

White
Black
Brown
Cream
Pied

A Pom-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.

A Jack Tzu can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Pateller Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Eye Abnormalities
Hydrocephalus
Dermoid Sinus
Familial Nephropathy
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Cleft Palate
Cutaneous Asthenia
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system

Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Urinalysis
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Heart Rate Tests

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

Jack Tzu has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Pom-Cotons 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.

Jack Tzus 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pom-Coton, it's at least 5 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 Jack Tzu, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pom-Cotons usually need at least 45 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 Jack Tzus usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Jack Tzu 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Jack Tzu is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

Pom-Coton is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Jack 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.

Pom-Cotons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Jack Tzus are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Pom-Cotons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Jack Tzus are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Pom-Cotons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Jack Tzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.