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Breed Overview

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Quick facts

Papillons are intelligent, cheerful, and athletic.

SizeSmall
Lifespan14-16 Years
TemperamentAlert, Friendly, Playful
EnergyModerate
Shedding AmountLow
Breed GroupToy

Available papillon Puppies

Personality & Training

Tendency to Bark

High

Trainability

High

Good For:
  • Kids
  • Cats
  • Other Dogs
  • Apartments
  • Large Living Spaces
  • Seniors
  • First Time Pet Owners
  • Watch Dog

What papillon Owners Say About Their papillons

  • Layla is so wonderful. She is a perfect fit. Yea!!!!!!!!

Physical Characteristics

Height

Females: 8 - 11 in
Males: 8 - 11 in

Weight

Females: 5 - 10 lbs
Males: 5 - 10 lbs

Grooming Requirements

Brush Weekly, Bathe as Needed

Drool Amount

Low

Colors
Black Red & WhiteLemonSableWhiteWhite & BlackWhite & RedWhite & SableWhite, Black & Tan
Markings
Black MaskRed MarkingsTan MarkingsBlack MarkingsSable
Varieties
Phalene (ears down)Standard

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About papillons

The Papillon's fluffy, feathered ears, dark, expressive eyes and plumed tail give it a distinctive (and adorable!) appearance. Papillons love to be with people, are very affectionate and loyal. They are among the more intelligent dog breeds, quick to learn and eager to please. These small, elegant dogs excel at agility and other competitive dog sports. They do well in both small and large living spaces.

papillon Health

Papillons are small dogs that weigh 5 – 10 pounds and have a life expectancy of 14 – 16 years.  Due to their small size they are more susceptible to injury.  While the Papillon is generally healthy, they can be prone to certain diseases.  Always contact your veterinarian as soon as you notice any physical or behavioral changes. 

 

Potential Health Conditions:

• Patella luxation

• Open Fontanelle, Molera

• Gum Disease, Periodontal Disease

• Progressive Retinal Atrophy(PRA)

• Von Willebrand Disease (VWD)

• Cataracts

• Overweight, Obesity

 

Suggested Screening

• Patella evaluation

• Cardiac evaluation

• Eye examination

 

Routine care:

• Spay or neuter

• Routine dental care

• Controlled exercise

• Weight management

 

papillon Care

Papillons are generally an easy breed to care for. They do shed and require regular brushing to reduce visible shedding in the house and to prevent matting. They typically don't require professional grooming unless they require a sanitary trim or if wish to have them professionally bathed and have their nails trimmed. Ear should be cleaned regularly of any debris and teeth should also be brushed every few days to prevent dental disease.

papillons FAQ

Generally, they are an easy breed to maintain. This small breed doesn't require a lot of living space, but it does need plenty of mental and physical exercise. Ensuring it has a healthy outlet for its energy is beneficial for this playful breed.