AVERAGE HEIGHT:
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8-11 inches
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AVERAGE WEIGHT:
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9-10 pounds
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LIFE SPAN:
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12-15
years |
AFFECTION LEVEL:
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High |
EXERCISE REQUIREMENTS:
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Moderate |
PLAYFULNESS:
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High |
EASE OF TRAINING:
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High |
FRIENDLINESS TOWARDS
STRANGERS:
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Moderate |
FRIENDLINESS TOWARDS
OTHER DOGS:
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High |
GROOMING REQUIREMENTS:
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Low |
HEAT TOLERANCE:
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Moderate |
COLD TOLERANCE:
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Low |
ENERGY LEVEL:
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Medium |
WATCHDOG ABILITY:
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High |
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Papillon History | Papillon
Description | Papillon
Temperament | Grooming
| Papillon Health
Concerns | Dogs Related to
the Papillon |
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PAPILLON HISTORY
The origin of
the Continental Toy Spaniel, of which the Papillon
is the modern representative, can be traced through
the paintings of the Old Masters of every country
in Western Europe as far back as the earliest years
of the 16th Century. Beginning about 1500, Vecelli,
called Titian, painted a number of tiny spaniels,
rather similar to the hunting spaniels of the day.
In that century and the next, dogs so like the Titian
spaniel that it is safe to assume this was a pure
breed made their appearance in Spain, France and
the Low Countries.
A favorite of
European nobility since the 16th century, the Papillon
was particularly popular with the court of King
Louis XIV of France.
By 1900, this dog was widely shown at dog shows
in Europe and North America.
One of the most popular toy dogs, the Pap functions
well as a loving pet or striking show animal.
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PAPILLON DESCRIPTION
The ears and
face of the Papillon are reminiscent of the shape
of a butterfly, which is where this breed gets its
name from. These delicate, yet playful dogs are
a favorite among owners who want a personable companion
that won't require much space.
Immortalized
by such noted painters as Rubens and Boucher, the
"Butterfly" dog comes down to us from
history as a tough and loyal little dog. Not for
him the labels of a lap dog though he will settle
amicably to that task as well. He is quite the outdoorsy
type and will weather most climates whilst hunting
out the odd rat or two, worrying it till it succumbs.
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PAPILLON TEMPERAMENT
The Papillon
is one of the most obedient and responsive of the
toy breeds. They are gentle, friendly and playful
friendly towards strangers, other dogs and household
pets. They are extremely well-mannered around children.
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Grooming
The Papillon
is referred to as the wash and wear dog, this does
not mean that no grooming is required. A Papillon's
coat should be brushed frequently and also bathed
often to keep the long silky coat in top condition
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PAPILLON HEALTH CONCERNS
Major concerns:
none
Minor concerns: PRA, patellar luxation
Occasionally seen: none
Suggested tests: knee, eye
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RELATED DOGS
Cavalier King
Charles Spaniel
Chihuahua
Chinese Crested Dog
English Toy Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Pekingese
Pomeranian
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