Papillion Breed Information


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Also known as the Continental Toy Spaniel or dwarf spaniel, the Papillon (pronounced PAP-ee-yon) is a distinctive looking breed. A member of the toy group, the Papillon is a little dog that loves to cuddle. Its name means butterfly in French, and refers to the dogs wing-like ears. No stranger to being a modeling dog, this breed has appeared in paintings by old masters such as Rubens, Titian and Van Dyke. Darling dogs posefor youin this 2006 delightful Papillon calendar.

Other Names Continental Toy Spaniel
Country of Origin Continental Europe
Approximate Date of Origin 1600s
AKC Group Toy Group
First Use Companion
Today's Use Companion
Life Expectancy 13 - 15 years
Coat Fine and silky, feathered ears and hind legs
Color White with patches of any color, liver or tricolored
Ease of Grooming
Grooming Tables, Pet Wash Warm Water Kits, Toothbrush Dental Kits, Groomer Shampoo Aid, Pet Comb and Brushes, Shampoos, Conditions Odor Eliminators and more...
Approximate Height 8 - 11 in
Approximate Weight 9 - 10 lbs
Need For Exercise
Collars, Leashes, Clothing and Outdoor Gear and More
Energy Level
Playfulness
Affection Level
Suitability for City Living
Thrives is Hot Climates Somewhat
Thrives in Cold Climates no
Easy to Train Yes
Good With Other Dogs Yes
Good With Other Pets Yes
Good with Children Yes
Good as a Watchdog Yes
Good For Protection No
Recognized by... AKC CKC FCI KC
Noisiness Average
Arthritis & Joint Supplements
Ear & Eye Products
Heartworm Preventives 
Medications, Vaccines & more
Common Health Problem  
Other Tends to sustain fractures, don't allow to jump off furniture
Suitable for first-time owners Gifts for Papillions


Papillion Themed Gifts for People