Coton de Tulear

Named for its cotton-textured coat, this Madagascan breed carries soft, fluffy white hair that sheds little but tangles readily, never more so than when the puppy coat gives way to the adult one. Plan on brushing every few days, and daily during that change. Cotons are gentle, people-focused dogs, usually under 6 kg, a sensible size for city living and a calmer alternative to the more terrier-like toy breeds.