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Papillon Dog Breed
Papillon Dog Classification:
Papillons are companion dogs.
Other Names: Phalène, Continental
Toy Spaniel, Epagneul Nain Continental,
Butterfly Dog, Squirrel Dog, Pap,
Papillon in Foreign Languages:
Origins: The earliest toy spaniels
resembling the papillon are found in famous
Italian paintings. It is believed that
the modern day papillon descended from
these toy spaniels.
Description: Papillons are small
toy dogs, with large fringed ears with
lots of fur that resemble a butterfly.
In fact Papillons are named for the French
word "papillon" meaning butterfly.
Papillons are small boned tiny dogs with
long silky fur.
Size: Papillons weigh 7 to 10
lbs, they measure 8 to 11 inches tall.
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weight
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height |
| Male |
8 - 10 lbs |
8 - 11 inches tall |
| Female |
7 - 9 lbs |
8 - 11 inches tall |
Coat: Papillons have straight,
long, fine, fur with a single color and
patches of any color other than liver.
Disposition: Papillons are playful,
friendly dogs they are amusing and entertaining.
Type Dog: Papillons are toy companion
dogs.
Litter Size: Papillons give birth
to litters of 2 to 4 puppies.
Behavior: Papillons do not require
much exercise but they do enjoy engagement.
Traits: Friendly, alert, happy
Country of Origin: France
Life Span: Papillons typically
live up to 16 years.
Club Recognitions: FCI, AKC, ANKC,
CKC, KC (UK), NZKC, UKC
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