Papillon
Toy · toy
Papillons are tiny but highly intelligent dogs that often excel in obedience, agility, and trick training.
Breed characteristics
- Breed group
- Toy
- Size
- toy
- Weight
- 5–10 lbs
- Height
- 8–11 in
- Life expectancy
- 14–16 years
- Origin
- France
- Temperament
- intelligent, alert, friendly
- Exercise needs
- Average
- Grooming needs
- Average
- Trainability
- Very high
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Good with children
- Yes
- Good with other dogs
- Yes
- Apartment friendly
- Yes
Papillons are energetic for their size and enjoy daily walks, games, and learning new skills. They can adapt well to apartment living when exercised.
Their fine coat needs regular brushing but does not typically require extensive clipping.
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