I'm the breeder behind East Coast Cotons located in Rehoboth, MA. We are strong advocates of genetic & heath testing. We breed top-quality Coton de Tuléar as a Code of Ethics breeder. We keep a variety of factors in mind when choosing dogs to breed, including health, temperament, and unrelated pedigree’s, so that puppies can inherit the best of both parents.
What makes Linda & Sean’s program special
Code of Ethics Breeder with the American Coton Club. United States Club Health Advisor and on the Board of Directors.
Linda & Sean is a member of a club
American Coton Club
Linda & Sean has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Puppy prices range from $3,700 - $4,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $700.
Linda & Sean may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Linda & Sean offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Linda & Sean directly.
I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with children, Socialized in new places, Socialized with other animals, Daily handling, Socialized with other dogs, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Surface & tactile stimulation, Various sounds, and Car rides.
Certified Good Dog breeders ensure their puppies are healthy and ready for their new homes. Puppies receive the appropriate vaccinations and are dewormed or have a clear fecal exam before they leave. While East Coast Cotons hasn’t shared details about their specific health practices yet, we encourage you to reach out to learn more about how they care for their puppies.
We send our puppies home with Microchip, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Registration, and Vet records.
Linda & Sean offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
“Pickup or dog nanny only. ”
Work with a trusted flight nanny to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
East Coast Cotons meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Coton de Tulear
Coton de Tulear
About Mabel
Mabel is a female Coton de Tulear. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Linda & Sean decided to make her part of their program. Linda & Sean has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Coton de Tulear
About Victoria
Victoria is a female Coton de Tulear. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Linda & Sean decided to make her part of their program. Linda & Sean has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Coton de Tulear
About Idris
Idris is a male Coton de Tulear. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Linda & Sean decided to make him part of their program. Linda & Sean has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Coton de Tulear
Good level
East Coast Cotons reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Cotons de Tulear.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Dilated Cardiomyopathy 2 (DCM2), Multifocal Retinopathy 2 (CMR2), Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), DNA Disease Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).