Papillon Dog: Appearance, Characteristics, Temperament & more...

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The Papillon falls under the spaniel category of mutts which have been dubbed as, ‘Continental Toy Spaniel’.

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One of the most distinct features of the Papillon is the smooth fur, which is visibly long.

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The dog is intelligent, but as any toy dog, difficult to housebreak.

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The lifespan of the Papillon can be up to 12-15 years

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The average litter of the Papillon is 2-4 puppies.

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No, they are not hypoallergenic though they don’t shed much.

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Papillon Dog: Appearance, Characteristics, Temperament & more...

The Papillon falls under the spaniel category of mutts which have been dubbed as, ‘Continental Toy Spaniel’.

History And Popularity

One of the most distinct features of the Papillon is the smooth fur, which is visibly long.

Characteristics

Height: 8 to 11 inches

Weight: 4 to 9 pounds

The dog is intelligent, but as any toy dog, difficult to housebreak.

Temperament

The lifespan of the Papillon can be up to 12-15 years

Lifespan

The average litter of the Papillon is 2-4 puppies.

Litter Size

No, they are not hypoallergenic though they don’t shed much.

Are Papillon Dogs Hypoallergenic

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