Dog Breed

Papillon

alert • happy • friendly • intelligent

OrigenFrance / Belgium
Esperanza de vida14-16 years
Peso2-5 kg
Nivel de energíamoderate

Quick Stats

Tamañosmall
Peso2-5 kg
Esperanza de vida14-16 years
Nivel de energíamoderate
Aseomoderate
Adiestramientoeasy
OrigenFrance / Belgium
Temperamento
alerthappyfriendlyintelligent

Descripción general

The Papillon, named for its butterfly-like ears ("papillon" is French for butterfly), is a dainty but surprisingly hardy toy breed. These highly intelligent, trainable dogs pack an outsized personality into a tiny frame and excel in agility competitions.

Compatibilidad

Niños
Regular
Otros perros
Bueno
Gatos
Bueno
Vida en apartamento
Excelente

Guía de cuidados

Papillons are surprisingly easy to train and enjoy learning tricks. Their long, silky coat is easier to maintain than it looks. Despite their small size, they are active dogs that enjoy walks and play.

Necesidades de ejercicio

Moderate daily walks and active play sessions. They are more athletic than most toy breeds.

Aseo

Brush 2-3 times weekly. Their single-layer coat doesn't mat easily. No trimming needed — their coat naturally falls elegantly.

Problemas de salud

patellar luxation
dental disease
progressive retinal atrophy
open fontanels

Datos curiosos

🐶Papillons are the only toy breed in the top 10 most intelligent dog breeds.
🐶Marie Antoinette reportedly walked to the guillotine holding her Papillon.
🐶They are one of the oldest toy breeds, appearing in paintings from the 1500s.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Papillons smart?
Extremely. They are the most intelligent toy breed and rank 8th overall in canine intelligence.
Are Papillons good apartment dogs?
Excellent apartment dogs. Their small size and adaptable nature make them perfect for flat living.
Do Papillons shed?
Lightly. They have a single-layer coat that sheds less than double-coated breeds.
Are Papillons fragile?
More robust than they look, but still small enough to be injured by rough handling. Better with gentle older children.

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