I'm Kathryn M., the breeder behind A Touch of Class Cotons located in Canby, OR. We are a home-based, family breeder of exceptional Coton de Tulears. Our goal is to produce healthy, happy, and well-socialized companions that excel as family members, in the show ring, or as therapy assistants. We are avid members of the United States of America Coton de Tulear Club, the AKC, and are Code of Ethics breeders. We look forward to connecting with you!
Q. & A. with Kathryn
Why did you start breeding?
Our goal is to produce a great representation of the Coton de Tulear, preserve this rare breed, and continue improving the line with each generation. Our priority is to ensure the health, happiness, and well-being of all our dogs from birth until they leave with their forever family and beyond!
What makes your program special?
Our dogs and puppies are lovingly raised in our home as part of our family so that we can prepare them to be wonderful additions to yours. Our passion is poured into every aspect of our breeding program. Our pups are bred for health and soundness and trained for versatility and cherished companionship. If you are looking for the perfect furry companion, look no further!
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kathryn
Kathryn 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.
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.
Price
Connect with Kathryn to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Kathryn 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 Kathryn 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 Kathryn directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Extras
Puppy starter kit
Initial potty training
Toys
Basic obedience & manners
Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kathryn.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Canby, OR
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Airport
More about Kathryn
Club memberships
Kathryn is a member of North American Coton Association, American Rare Breed Association, American Kennel Club (AKC), and United States of America Coton de Tulear Club.
Kathryn has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Kathryn was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
A Touch of Class Cotons meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Jett, dad
Coton de Tulear
About Jett
Jett is our family clown. He is outgoing and loves people. He is absolutely the definition of a Coton de Tulear personality.
Luna, mom
Coton de Tulear
About Luna
Luna is our snuggle bunny. She loves nothing more than to be next to us on the sofa. She loves to play with her best buddy, Hope and is a wonderful mother.
Scotty, dad
Coton de Tulear
About Scotty
Scotty is a male Coton de Tulear. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kathryn decided to make him part of their program. Kathryn 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.
Jett, dad
Coton de Tulear
About Jett
Jett is a male Coton de Tulear over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kathryn decided to make him part of their program. Kathryn 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.
Lexi, mom
Coton de Tulear
About Lexi
Lexi is a female Coton de Tulear. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kathryn decided to make her part of their program. Kathryn 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
A Touch of Class 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.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
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.
Neonatal Ataxia, Bandera's Disease, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Coton de Tulear Type, von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Hyperuricosuria (HUU)
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).