These resources have served as my foundation toward breeding a better dog:
Breed Related for the Coton:
The AKC, FCI, UKC and Kennel Club Breed Standards
All educational material published on the AKC Parent Club website, USACTC.dog
Coton De Tulear by Russell & Spaulding
Coton’s World by Eli De Luca
Grooming and Caring for Your Coton De Tulear by Brigitte Jespersen & Helle Sydendal
Building and Managing A Breeding Program:
Born to Win Breed to Succeed by Patricia Craige Trotter
Book of the Bitch by J.M.Evans & Kay White
The Joy of Breeding Your Own Show Dog by Ann Seranne
Successful Dog Breeding Chris Walkowicz & Bonnie Wilcox, DVM
Construction and Movement:
An Eye for A Dog by Robert W. Cole
The Dog in Action by McDowell Lyon
K-9 Structure & Terminology by Edward M. Gilbert & Thelma R. Brown
Genetics:
Control of Canine Genetic Diseases by George A. Padgett, DVM
Medical Reference:
Applied Pharmacology by Wanamaker, Lockett & Massey
Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians by McCurnin
The Merck Veterinary Manual
Veterinary Drug Handbook by Plumb
Nutrition:
Dr. Becker’s Real Food For Healthy Dogs & Cats by Taylor & Becker
Raw and Natural Nutrition for Dogs by Olson
Reproduction:
Advanced Canine Reproduction and Puppy Care by Myra Savant-Harris
Breeding A Litter by Beth Finder Harris
Canine Reproduction and Neonatology by Martina L.Greer, DVM, JD
Canine Reproduction and Whelping by Myra Savant-Harris
Puppy Intensive Care by Myra Savant-Harris
Showing:
Dog Showing for Beginners by Lynn Hall
The Winning Edge Show Ring Secrets by George G Alston
Training:
All Dogs Need Some Training by Liz Palika
Dog Training Revolution, by Zak George
Puppy Training in 7 Easy Steps