Teacup chihuahuas or Papillons?

Question

I'm debating between the two breeds. Which is better and why?

Answer 1

Papillons because they are less common. The less common, the less inbreeding and the less likely that you will have a dog with some sort of genetic problem.

Answer 2

First off there is no "teacup" any breed, there is just really small dogs of that breed (meaning that it is a default in the breeding and no real breeder would call it that). So my vote would be for the papillon, though for either of them do you know what the breed is like, hair maintenance, diseases, and behavior. We cannot tell you which is a better breed, papillon or chihuahua, as we don't know what your life style is like and your personal tastes. I can tell you one thing about both these breeds is that they have a tendency to get yappy or show dominate behavior if you treat them like a baby and not a dog (Watch Cesar Mulliun) and they can easily break a leg if they jump off from too high a spot (spinnly legs). For more information and possible breeders go to the AKC website, they have both these breeds listed.

Answer 3

If you've got small children, I'd suggest a Papillon 'cause Papillons are very friendly toward little children while Chihuahuas are dangerous to children under 10.

Answer 4

Well, I've known people with both. The papillion won't shed as much as the teacup, but the hair will need to be taken care of more. (Cuts will obviously cost you money...unless you are a Do It Yourself-er.) They are a bit more hardy than the teacup, if you have kids...You know the being stepped on and such... The chihuahua won't need the hair cuts, and both are "yappy" dogs. They bark incessantly when a visitor comes in. Both are very protective of "their person." Both are sweet dogs, and cute. I think the papillion would age cuter...

Answer 5

I wouldn't say neither one is better. It depends on your lifestyle. If you have small children don't get a toy breed. Chihuahuas are velcro dogs and be prepared for vet bills. They need dentals and sometimes have bad knees. I would rather see people adopt then buy a pup. You know the quirks of an older dog and so many need good homes.

Answer 6

A Chihuahua is the ultimate lap dog, velcro dog, best friend dog. Get a Chihuahua and you will say why did I wait so long to get one.

Answer 7

the humane society can do better than either. In fact you may be surprised to find one or both of those breeds there. The workers there can help you make a decision.

Answer 8

I just think that papillon are so much cuter! But they need more maintenance with their fur...

Answer 9

Papillon is cuter :)

Answer 10

u should get a chihuahua bc they r so cute!