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Group: | Toy |
Size: | Small |
Life Span: | 12-15 years |
Height: | Male: 8-11 inches |
Female: 8-11 inches | |
Weight: | Male: 7-10 lbs |
Female: 7-10 lbs |
Papillon Facts
Coat : | Abundant, long, straight, fine and silky |
Gait : | Free, quick and graceful |
Color(s) : | White with patches of any colors |
Living Area : | Any |
Hair Length: | Long |
Exercise Need : | Daily walk |
Recognized By : |
(CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (FCI) F�d�ration Cynologique Internationale (AKC) American Kennel Club (UKC) United Kennel Club (KCGB) Kennel Club of Great Britain (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (ANKC) Australian National Kennel Council (NKC) National Kennel Club (NZKC) New Zealand Kennel Club (APRI) America Pet Registry, Inc. (ACR) American Canine Registry (DRA) Dog Registry of America |
Date of Origin : | Ancient |
Place of Origin : | France |
Todays Use : | Companion Dog |
Originally Used : | Companion Dog |
Other Name : | Phalene, Continental Toy Spaniel, Epagneul Nain Continental |
Papillon Information
Papillon Description:The Papillon, belongs to the family of titian spaniels and has been associated with royal families in the medieval history. This breed was very popular in England and France in the past. It is characterized by its erect ears which resemble with the wings of a butterfly. In French Papillon means "butterfly". In the United States the breeds Papillon and Phalene come under same breed, only difference is that the Papillon has erect ears and the Phalene has drooping ears. Papillon was first recognized by AKC in 1915. |
Papillon Care & Grooming:Papillon is an average shedder and, is a clean and odorless dog. Daily brushing is required to keep its long and silky coat healthy. It should be bathed only when necessary. Its teeth need to be brushed daily to avoid any infection. However, enzyme based toothpaste only should be used for brushing and not the usual ones. The nails should be trimmed regularly to avoid bacterial infections. Papillon is a high energy breed which needs food at least 4 times a day when young, and at least 2 meals a day when older than 2 years. A moderate fat diet is recommended for good coat and skin, which should include vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian food. |
Papillon Health Problems:Papillon prone to some health issues like Patellar Luxation, Periodontal, Hypoglycemia and liver shunt. |
Breed: Papillon Name: Gyzmo Age: 7.0 years Sex: Male About Gyzmo : Gyzmo is the love of my life:-) |
Group: | Terrier |
Size: | Small |
Life Span: | 12-14 years |
Height: | Male: 10-11 inches Female: 10-11 inches |
Weight: | Male:23-24 lbs Female: 23-24 lbs |
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