Mission Statement

The objectives of the American Association of the Coton de Tulear shall be:

To encourage and promote quality in the breeding of the pure-bred Coton de Tulear and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection, and to promote ethical breeding practices which preserve both type and temperament.

To urge members and breeders to accept the Standard of the Coton de Tulear as approved by the Fédéracion Cynologique Internationale (FCI) as the only Standard of excellence by which the Coton de Tulear shall be judged and to educate members and current judges and prospective judges to that Standard.

To maintain a registry for the purebred Coton de Tulear and preserve its integrity.

To do all in its power to protect and advance the interests of the breed, promote responsible ownership, and to encourage sportsmanlike competition at dog shows where the Coton de Tulear compete; to sponsor specialty shows, as well as educational seminars for both members and the general public.

To advance the health and well-being of the Coton de Tulear with particular commitment to guarding against the propagation of inheritable genetic diseases.

To prevent the exploitation and abuse of the breed and educate the public regarding the risks associated with purchasing from puppy mills and pet shops, and to encourage and assist rescue operations that involve the Coton de Tulear.

To acknowledge and advance the role of a Parent Club in providing education, health research, and support of rescue and reduction of overpopulation for the benefit of the breed and the general public.

LAST UPDATED: March 28, 2010