Papillon, Papillon Dog, Papillon Breeders, Papillon Picture
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN - Belgium.
MOST SUITED AS - Family Pet.
SIZE
The shoulder-height for both breeds is about 28cm (11in).
COAT
The long-haired coat is usually white with co colored patches. A white blaze on the head is desirable.
CARE REQUIRED
Brush regularly and thoroughly and remove loose hairs from the ear passages.
CHARACTER
These are affectionate, lovable, lively little dogs that are playful, intelligent, and keen to learn. They can be jealous of and withdrawn with strangers.
TRAINING
Teach this breed, which is always eager to learn something new, with a gentle hand. Vary instruction by playing ball or with some such reward. These are very intelligent and obedient dogs, that with the right training can perform outstandingly in obedience and agility skills trials, or at fly-ball. Though small, this is not a companion dog, they require activity and stimulation.
SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
Some of these dogs can be jealous if their owner's attention is directed elsewhere but this does not apply to every dog and is largely dependent upon the way their social training was carried out. In general they get on well with other pets and children.
Papillon, Papillon Dog, Papillon Breeders, Papillon Picture