Papillon

Toy (AKC:1915)

Companion Breeds (UKC)

Alert

Energetic

Friendly

Happy

Hardy

Intelligent

Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)

Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)

Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg)

Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)

White & Black

White & Lemon

White & Red

White & Sable

White Black & Tan

Average $1000 - $2000 USD

Usually, the average price of a Papillon puppy from a reputable breeder is between $1,000 and $2,000, while a top-quality Papillon puppy can cost as high as $3,000 and upward. Their price depends upon the pup’s age, sex, quality, pedigree, and breeder’s location.

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Although they can be good city dogs, they are sometimes not good apartment dogs, because the dog has a strong instinct to protect their property, and many will bark excessively at nearby noises, not making the distinction between casual noises and those worthy of real alarm.

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Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them.

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Moderate Maintenance: Grooming should be performed regularly to keep its fur in good shape. Occasional trimming or stripping needed.

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Hypoallergenic: NoPapillons have only minor health concerns although patellar luxation, seizures, and dental problems can be issues. Additionally they can be at risk for PRA, intervertebral disk disease, and allergies.

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Minimal Shedding: This dog will shed a negligible amount. Recommended for owners who do not want to deal with dog hair in their cars and homes.

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Easy Training: Papillons respond best to a gentle approach. Their willingness to learn makes training a fairly simple process. They are intelligent and obedient.

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The Papillon is a small, dainty, elegant dog of fine-boned structure, slightly longer than it is tall. Its gait is quick, easy and graceful. Its abundant coat is long, silky, straight and flowing. Its hallmark characteristic, besides its friendly temperament and alert expression, is its butterfly ears.

The temperament of a papillon is a happy, friendly, adventurous dog. They are not shy or aggressive. Papillon's make excellent family dogs but should be watched around little children, as should any dog, due to a small child's lack of understanding of a dog's behavior and the likelihood that they will do something to upset the dog.

The dwarf spaniel of the 16th century, depicted in many paintings by the Masters of that era, is the dog that became known as the Papillon. Although the Papillon owes its name and much of its breed development to the French, it was Spain and Italy that gave rise to its popularity.