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The Papillon (French pronunciation: [papijɔ̃], French for 'butterfly[-eared]'), also called the Continental Toy Spaniel, is a breed of dog, of the spaniel type. One of the oldest of the toy spaniels, it derives its name from its characteristic butterfly-like look of the long and fringed hair on the ears.
- Is a papillon a good pet?
- What are Papillons like as pets?
- Is papillon aggressive?
- How fast can a Papillon run?
- Is a Papillon hypoallergenic?
- How do you train a papillon not to bark?
- Are Papillon dogs rare?
- How do you groom a papillon?
- What's the breed of my dog?
- Are Papillon dogs cuddly?
- How high can a Papillon jump?
Is a papillon a good pet?
Compact, bright, and highly adaptable, the papillon is a great companion for just about any setting. They are gentle and friendly enough to be good companions for seniors, they are small enough to make apartment living a breeze, and they are smart and affable enough to get along with other animals.
What are Papillons like as pets?
Papillons are generally outgoing, happy dogs that enjoy sitting in laps as much as they like running around the house. Although lively and energetic, they are not considered high-strung, nervous or fearful, and they do not bark excessively. The typical papillon enjoys socializing with cats and with other dogs.
Is papillon aggressive?
Papillons are smart dogs, and they enjoy learning new things, which makes it easy to train them. They are not normally aggressive, but as puppies, they can show signs of aggression, such as biting and nipping. Although harmless, those behaviors need to curbed before they get older.
How fast can a Papillon run?
They're able to run up to 45 miles per hour. Though they need plenty of room to stretch their legs and show off their sprinting, they are also happy to lounge around the house, making them great family pets.
Is a Papillon hypoallergenic?
What is this? Papillons are purebred dogs whom have been bred from Spaniels, back as far as the 1600s. Spaniels are not hypoallergenic either, so it's not a surprise that the Papillon is not. In fact, no dog can be considered to be 100% hypoallergenic.
How do you train a papillon not to bark?
' Trigger a bark or wait until they bark on their own, then say 'quiet' while sticking a treat in front of their nose. Don't give them the treat until they stop. Once they stop barking reward them with a treat, a verbal praise, and if you are using it, a click. Each time they stop barking, reward them.
Are Papillon dogs rare?
The Papillon is a relatively uncommon dog breed in America. So you can be sure with this pup on your arm or in your purse, you'll make heads turn. His distinctive butterfly ears, or moth if he is a Phalene variant, make him stand out in the toy dog crowd.
How do you groom a papillon?
Brushing out their fur with either a comb or a soft slicker brush every other week or so will keep them looking fit. Papillons walk lower to the ground, and this means they likely collect dirt and other debris in their fur accidentally. Brushing them out periodically will help get rid of debris and avoid matting.
What's the breed of my dog?
The only way to know for definite what breed of dog you have is to carry out a dog DNA test. DNA is what makes up the genetic code for every living thing. Each individual human or animal has a completely unique code.
Are Papillon dogs cuddly?
Papillons are friendly, affectionate, gentle and patient. They are intelligent, are easy to train and can be taught tricks, but they might be difficult to house-train.
How high can a Papillon jump?
Papillons got their name from their butterfly-shaped ears, and their name translates to butterfly in French. Although they're only 8 to 10 inches tall, these toy dogs can jump high. Whether they're going through an obstacle course or catching a frisbee, Papillons can jump between 2 to 4 feet high.
