Papillon

Papillon: BREED BOX
Country:	Europe
Size:	9-10lb(4-5kg), 8-11in(20-28cm)
Temperament:	Loving, devoted
Grooming:	Brush once a week
Recognition:	FCI, AKC, ANKC, CKC, KC(UK)

History - The Papillon, or Butterfly dog, is the modern version of the Toy Spaniel made famous by paintings of French and Spanish nobility in the 16th century. This tiny, delicate lapdog was one of the first non working dogs to be bred, and its origins are shrouded in history. Some say that its ancestors arrived from Mexico after the Conquest, others claim that it was brought to Europe from China. By the 18th century the breed was almost identical to the modern day Papillon, but the final flourish, ears which stand erect and give the breed its name, appeared towards the end of the 19th century and immediately became very popular.

Appearance - This is one of the smallest dogs bred today, and most stand between 8" to 11" to the shoulder blade, with a weight about the same as a new born baby, 3 to 9 lbs. The limbs are slender and fine boned, the muzzle is thin and tapered, and the head is slightly rounded. The ears either stand in the butterfly shape, or lie flat in the Phalene type. The coat is long haired and silky, and can be just about any combination of colors, as long as there is a certain amount of white. The legs are feathered and the tail is plumed, giving this dog its typical flowing, opulent appearance.

Description - The Papillon is the ultimate lapdog, both in physical characteristics and in temperament. Its coat needs little care, does not shed or become matted easily, and can be quickly brushed to a shine. It is a relaxed, quiet dog which generally likes people and tends not to bark much. It needs little exercise and is happy living in an apartment or small house, not just a palace!

Ideal Owners: Great for elderly or for families with limited space. The Papillion loves companionship and will give its owner lifelong loyalty in return.

Other Names: Continental Toy Spaniel

Coat Color: Any color with majority white

Life Expectancy: 13-14 years

Papillon Reviews

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Exercise (71%)

Feeding (64%)

Temperament (82%)

Watchdog (96%)

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Number of reviews: 9

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exersise

1/1/2006

Rating: TBA (7vote/s)

I have a 5 year old papillon bitch. We got her at 8 weeks of age. She can be a fussy eater but loves exercise more than moost dogs I know . She will walk run play each day for 1 hour 45 minutes as well as walking 15 minutes before and after her exersise walk to the forest were we live. She is very protective but loves every one she meets. Very gutsey and will aproach any breed and size of dog. Shes very loyal and when I go to work or shopping she sits waiting at the door for me or lays on bottom step of stair way watching the door even wen my husband and daughter are home.

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Sharon Beauchamp

Sophie

9/28/2005

Rating: TBA (9vote/s)

I adopted my Papillon Sophie from the Papillon Rescue. She is a beautiful little dog, very protective but has an aggressive temperament due to the family she originally came from. I have had her now for 2 years in which she has calmed down a little. I had hoped she would have come to trust me more by now. I do love her very much, she does show some affection occasionally.

She loves to take walks and to go for rides in the car. I am glad I adopted Sophie because she deserved a loving home which I provide for her, but it is sad that she was treated so bad by her previous owners. This has caused her to not trust humans like the majority of dogs do.

I have owned dogs almost all of my life and she has been a challenge. I so much want to be able to hug her but she will not allow it. She loves getting a bath and runs around the house after getting one. It is my hope she will one day learn that I do love her and she will trust me.

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9/10/2005

Rating: TBA (8vote/s)

I have two adult Papillon- one female and one male. I could not have found a more loving, protective and sweet breed of dog. I have never had a dog before, so I jumped right in and got two!

Their personalities are very distinct and individual. However, both are loving dogs. I live in an apartment and they do really well there. They love to be outdoors, but they don't require as much maintenence as you might think... they're surprisingly hardy little dogs.

I would definately suggest a Papillon to anyone who wants a dog for the first time... they will love you unconditionally and they will "protect" you- they're so small that they aren't all that intimidating, but they try to be, and are very protective of their owner. Papillons are also great snugglers and love to be loved on.

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Jenny

papillons

6/21/2005

Rating: TBA (6vote/s)

Papillons are definetely "the little border collies". Check the breeders adult dogs for health clearances, most notably for luxation of patellas (slipping kneecaps) and PRA (eye disease that can lead to a blind dog). Do not get a papillon from a pet store, most are either poor of quality, traumatized, and/or way overpriced. Find a good breeder or reputable rescue & go from there!

Papillons at best are smarter than most humans, a cinch to train (mine knows "gee" & "haw" lol) loving, clean, intuitive and quiet of manner. At worst I've seen papillons who are nasty, snappy and possessive, usually because the owner allows it because they're "so little, they can"t do any harm". You get what you put into them.

Clicker training a pap is a fun and rewarding experience. My crossover dog who was trained with popping and jerking has been working with a clicker for 6 or 7 months now. The dog who at a year old wouldn't even wag his tail in my presence will now do spins and turns and weaves like he's having the time of his life.

Research and learn, see if the papillon is right for you!

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