Group: Toy

Weight: 9-10 lbs

Height: 8-11 inches



History

The Papillon has its origin from France. Their names translated to English means ‘butterfly'. This breed has a very long history, and it dates back to the 14th century. The Papillon is seen in many works of art, some of them even dating back to almost 700 years ago. At the time of the 16th century, the Papillon was established as the favorite lap dog of the Spanish and French upper class.

Characteristics

The Papillon is a dog that is always watchful and ready to play. The Papillon also has a particular elegance about them. They are very clever little dogs, and also come across very friendly. The Papillon does not portray a timid or hostile nature.

Temperament

Papillons are very clever dogs and quite quickly to learn. The Papillon excels in obedience training and these dogs are wonderful pets for any family. Although they come across as stylish and refined, the Papillon also has a lot of energy – and they are very fond of playing. These small little dogs have ample personality and character. They possess lots endurance and passion. These dogs are also very good as trackers, and they love to work. These dogs will be ideal for those who have some time to give to their pets.

Care

The grooming requirements for Papillons are not very high. Their coats can be kept in a good condition by brushing them two times a week. This regime has to be increased when shedding becomes more during certain times of the year. The hair around their bottoms should also be trimmed, and their ears should also be kept clean and dry in order to reduce the risk of infections. The hair that grows around the pads of their feet should also be kept short. For more detailed info, take a look at the Papillon Grooming page.

Training

The Papillon is an extremely obedient dog, and they have the strange ability of problem solving. They require lots of socialization at puppy hood to make sure they are fine with other animals when older. These dogs will perform very well in obedience, and they are highly trainable – especially when it comes to the show arena. The Papillon is also a very good therapy and service dog. They will do best when the training they are subjected to is been conducted in a loving and gentle way. The Papillon also loves to be taught new tricks – in general they are also fairly easy to housetrain.

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