Our breed portrait below is all about one small fluffy fur nose from France: the papillonalso Continental Toy Spaniel called.
Because he’s incredibly cuteit may be that you this dog wrapped around his four paws in no time has.
Whereupon you at the papillon to the You have to pay particular attention to topics such as health, posture and the likewe will tell you now.
Papillon profile
Size Male & Female: 20 to 28 cmWeightMale: 3 to 5 kg, female: 2.5 to 5 kgColorsWhite, Brown/White, Red/White, Black/White, Cream/White, Sable/WhiteLife expectancy12 to 15 yearsOriginFrancecharacter/temperamentCheerful, friendly, happy, lively, energetic, affectionate, intelligent, focusedFCI groupGroup 9: Companion and Companion Dogs, Section 10: Continental Miniature Spaniels
Look
The papillon is a elegant little dog with a slender and well-proportioned bodythe one from also slender legs will be carried.
But it’s less the dog’s body that catches the eye than rather the head and the ears.
Because these Floppy ears with long fur are the reason the Continental Toy Spaniel to his french names has come.
Because they should butterfly wings remember, and Papillon means butterfly.
Also the Tail is a striking visual feature. Extremely bushy and featheryshe becomes from the Papillon usually carried upwards.
Coat, coat texture & coat colors
The fur of the papillon is very long, soft and silky. While it’s very long, especially at the ears and tail, it is slightly curled on the rest of the body.
The fluffy fur is allowed according to the breed standard in many colors or combinations appear.
Next to pure white the papillon can too Black/White, Cream/White, Brown/White, Red/White or Sable/White be. White here is the base color of the fur.
Also can some papillons tricolored be.
It is also desirable that the dogs have a white blaze have the the ears. This blaze is but not a must.
Eye Shape & Eye Color
The papillon has large, almond-shaped eyesin the dark colors appear.
Height Weight
As light as a butterfly – or at least almost. That’s the papillon that between 3 and 5 kg/male respectively 2.5 and 5 kg/bitches weighs.
The shoulder height included males and females between 20 and 28 centimeters.
History & Origin of the Papillon
The little dog with the butterfly ears comes from France.
There is, by the way two variants of the Continental Toy Spaniel: the papillon and the Phalene. This one has lop ears on remind a moth/moth should.
As a companion dog is the Papillon known in France for almost 1,000 years and popular.
It is now over noble lap dogs a popular companion dog become, the also very popular outside of France is.
The FCI recognized the little rascal in 1990 officially as a breed.
Essence & Character of the Papillon
The cheerful-friendly Papillon is a little french sunshine. Always cheerful and happyit not only brings a good atmosphere into your home.
With the energetic and playful fur nose with the lively temperament it also never gets boring.
The Papillon loves to be there anytime, anywhere and to interact, cuddle and play with his two and four legged roommates.
Despite his exuberant and cheerful nature but the cute fur ball can too serious traits show.
He is considered very sensitive and insightful and is also a Extremely affectionate and people-related dog.
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The cheerful nature and love for his people can the papillon to a little bell king make of his caregiver loudly welcomed.
attitude & upbringing
You consider whether the nature and the temperament on the attitude and upbringing affect the papillon? Just find out now!
attitude
One thing is for sure: the Papillon doesn’t need a lot of space. So he’s for suitable for housing.
But that doesn’t mean he doesn’t Lover of trips into the great outdoors is.
Next to the daily walks you should him a long walk once a week treat.
The Continental Toy Spaniel is also happy when he playing and cuddling with his people for many hours every day may.
He doesn’t like being left alone at home, so it’s best to have him when puppies gradually sometimes to leave aloneso that he gets used to it.
Upbringing
The upbringing of the papillon takes the form of a very uncomplicated. The little dog is not only willing to learn, but also always focused on the matter.
With the one for all dogs necessary consistency as well as sensitivity and a portion of wit and fun you succeed in raising the papillon also as a dog newbie.
Health & Care
If the papillon is lucky enough to have one robust health to have? Or is there Diseases that cause him problems can?
We’ll tell you now all important information about health and care the French fur nose.
Grooming & General Grooming
The fur wants regularly maintained of course be so that it does not become matted in a jiffy. Frequent combing and brushing are therefore mandatory for the Papillon.
And the care goes on. Because they too Floppy ears want a lot of attentionso here no parasites and bacteria can nest.
Incidentally, what applies to the ears also applies to the eyes, the mouth and the paws/claws. You should also check these regularly.
Health
As a rule, the French butterfly doggie delights a robust health.
dispositions there is for the following diseases that cause problems can:
Also can skin problems and allergies make life difficult for the little dog.
Even if your Papillon seems sprightly, you should once a year for a routine check-up at the vet make representations.
In addition, please do not forget the following things that positive for papillon health and life expectancy can affect:
- Regular deworming & a sensible one parasite prevention
- refreshers everyone necessary vaccinations
Life expectancy
The life expectancy of the Papillon amounts to to 12 to 15 years. It is important that you always give him a age- and species-appropriate nutrition make available.
Because this one can positive for life expectancy of the little rascal.
Regardless of whether dry or wet food: It should always be the right amount of protein, fiber and minerals exhibit.
Does the Papillon suit me?
«Is the papillon right for me?» is THE question you answer positively must before the Continental Toy Spaniel to your roommate becomes.
meet the following statements towards you? Then we are sure: The papillon and you will a happy life together to lead. 😊
- you are looking for one uncomplicated beginner dog.
- you are looking for one intelligent and confident little dog.
- you want one affectionate and cuddly four-legged roommates.
- you are looking for one lively and happy dogwho turns your life upside down.
he pulls in your family a, please note that the little ones don’t mistake it for a stuffed animal.
Fun facts about the Papillon
After all the important information here is some more Fun facts about the Continental Toy Spaniel.
papillon puppies from a responsible breeder cost between €1,200 and €1,500.
The Continental Toy Spaniel is called in French Epagneul Nain Continental.
First images of the papillon should from the Italian Renaissance come from none other than the Florentine Giotto.
And not only this painter loved the papillon. Also Goya, Rembrandt, Rubens and Titian loved the butterfly dog.
The French Queen Marie Antoinette had one Papillon named Coco. This is said to be in the French Revolution even to the guillotine have accompanied.
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