Can you give me information about papillons(the breed of dog)?

Question

Do they shed or bark a lot? Do they require a lot of grooming and exercise?

Answer 1

The Papillon is a small dog breed with distinctive large, fringed ears that earned it its name, the French word for butterfly. The Papillon is believed to be one of the oldest of the toy breeds.

According to the AKC breed standard, the Papillon has an abundant, flowing coat, short on the head but with a profuse frill on the chest. The Papillon has no undercoat. The tail should be a plume of long hair. The Phalène is the same as the erect-eared Papillon except for its dropped spaniel-like ears. The AKC considers the Phalène and the Papillon the same breed. Countries whose breed clubs follow the FCI standard consider Papillons and Phalènes two separate breeds.

Papillons are white with colored markings. Any colored markings are permitted. However, the color must always cover both eyes and the front and back of the ear to give the proper butterfly look. A white blaze and noseband on the face are preferred. The size should range from 8 inches to 12 inches at the shoulder (11 inches in the UK) with the average papillon being between 9 and 10.5 inches in height and weight in proportion.

Even though the breed has the connotation of a dainty toy breed, many owners will claim that they act like big dogs in small dogs' bodies. There are several possible reasons for this. First, the Papillion is hardy; some people find that their Papillon is very capable of handling a good five-mile walk. Some owners believe the reality is that they will resist such an outing if the grass is dampish or if there are two clouds in the sky that might lead to rain, but others have experienced them as very versatile in almost all conditions, although not necessarily with prolonged exposure. Perhaps they seem to be larger dogs because to many people Papillons appear not to be prone to small dog quaking when confronted with new situations. In fact, some Papillon owners believe that their dogs interpret any new event as having been put on for their benefit, and that the dogs do their best to be attentive hosts or hostesses. Another aspect of the Papillon that has led many to believe the 'big dog' assertion is this breed's surprising athletic ability. Perhaps people are surprised that in contrast to its staid and stately representation in the Old Master portraits, the Papillon is highly energetic and intelligent (Stanley Coren, in The Intelligence of Dogs, rates the Papillon eighth among all breeds). Provided their genetic structure is sound and they are healthy, Papillons are built for movement, and most do not need any encouragement to apply their energy to athletic activities. In order to make a Papillon coat really shine to its fullest, it should be brushed once or twice a day, and the dog bathed at least every two weeks. As puppies, papillons have silky, medium length fur. They go through an "Ugly Baby stage", in which they lose much of their baby fur and grow in their adult fur.

The Papillon originated in Spain and was perfected by the French and was a favorite at the French court. The most famous owner was Henry III; documentation of his devotion to the breed lies in his declaration of the Papillon as the official dog of the Royal Court during his tenure. Other famous owners are said to have been Marie Antoinette, and Madame de Pompadour.

There is evidence that these small dogs were favorites of European aristocrats, particularly French royalty, during the time of the Old Masters, as Continental Toy Spaniels (Phalènes and Papillons) were included in many Old Master royal portraits from as early as the sixteenth century.

The Papillon is a highly athletic breed.There are many stories about the Papillon. Marie Antoinette was said to have walked to the guillotine clutching her small dog under her arm. Tradition has it that her dog was a small spaniel that had been brought to the French court from Spain on the back of pack mules. According to the story, her pup was spared and cared for in a building in Paris still called the Papillon House. Marie's small spaniel was said to have descended from a very old drop-eared breed known as the Epagneul Nain Continental, or Continental Dwarf/Toy Spaniel that appeared in church frescos and paintings as early as the 13th century.

The Papillon is still officially referred to as the Epagneul Nain Continental (ENC) in non-English-speaking countries. The name Squirrel Spaniel also has been used, most likely referring to an earlier standard in which the tail set is described as "curling over the back as a squirrel's." One version of the history of the two varieties of ear shape in the ENC ("Papillon" to denote the erect ear and "Phalène" to denote the dropped ear) is that toward the end of the 19th century, breed fanciers bred a version of the spaniel whose ears stood up. This dog was said to have been nicknamed papillon based on the impressively large, erect ears that resembled the wings of a butterfly. The drop-eared variety of the breed came to be called the Phalène (which means "night moth"). Both types are still bred today and appear in the same litter. The Papillon variety is much more common, although recently the Phalène has undergone a resurgence in popularity.

In recent years, the Papillon has become a small dog star in the sport of dog agility. This sport consists of an obstacle course with tunnels, jumps, A-frames, and narrow bridges that a dog completes at top speed aided only by verbal and body-language commands from a handler. Agility requires the dog to spring, scramble, weave, and turn on a dime. The breed is considered naturally agile, and Papillons compete at both national and international trials. Because many Papillons have intense drive and natural speed, their tiny turning radius gives them an edge over larger dogs, and some Papillons are capable of beating even Border Collie speeds on some courses. At the same time, Papillons excel in companionship and lap dog sweepstakes, and take it very seriously. The first dog to ever earn a MACH title in Alaska is a Papillon.

Others have experienced Papillons as highly companionable—yet physically active—dogs requiring appropriate socialization, consistent and monitored exercise, continued training (which also serves to stimulate their active minds), and daily, proactive human-to-canine interaction.

The Papillon is a fairly healthy breed, but like all dog breeds there are some health problems which are prevalent. These include:

von Willebrand's disease
Luxating patella
Mitral valve dysplasia - A congenital heart defect
Progressive retinal atrophy

Answer 2

You should NOT breed a potentially aggressive animal. This will most likely pass on to her offspring. Worried about spending a lot of $$? Please.... have you thought of how much money it will cost for pre-natal care of the puppies? Do you know how much an emergency cesarean section is?? A LOT. and don't tell me 'oh she won't need one'. YOU NEVER KNOW! What about caring for the puppies once they have arrived? De-worming, check ups, first vaccinations?? This will all add up to roughly $3,000. Spaying costs about $200-$300. Oh, and there is no such thing as 'breeding school'. :)

Answer 3

www.dogbreedinfo.com
www.akc.org/breeds/papillon/index.cfm
You can find out all you need to know by looking into the above sites.

Answer 4

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The first is simple; you must win your dogs mind. If you don’t achieve this first then you will be struggling the all the way. When I talk about winning your dogs mind what I really mean is that your dog looks to you for all the decisions. Before you do anything else watch one of the amazing video sites that show you the 5 Golden rules to establishing yourself as the pack leader. If you aren’t putting these in place then you are setting yourself up to fail. Just at the crucial point where you really want your dog to listen they will go and do their own thing. For sure your dog may play ball occasionally or even most of the time, you may even have a dog that is obedient 99% of the time, however if you want a dog who always listens to you and does as you ask then you need to win your dogs mind.

The second key to success is to motivate your dog. It is really important that you discover what it is that your dog enjoys both in terms of exercise and play but also in terms of a reward. If you can make the experience enjoyable then you will both achieve more and look forward to training.

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Answer 5

We have had 2 pappilions, they need a lot of brushing and they do shed.If you brush it every 2 or 3 days they will shed less. Ours never barked much, was smart, did tricks and was real good with the kids who were 2 and up at the time.I personally think they are worth the time spent in grooming as they are so affectionate and quite smart. Good luck, I hope you find what ever breed you are looking for.

Answer 6

Wow. Go do some research. You guys suck.

Ahem. Unfortunately, some of these loons are discouraging you from looking into this beautiful breed. But yes, Papillons do shed quite a bit, like all dogs, but they do NOT bark all that much. They easily continue with bad habits, so be sure to correct excessive barking. I have a Pap at home and he only barks to alert me when someone is here, but he is easily quieted.

As for grooming, it is a must for Papillons. A thourough brushing every day is a must. But trust me, you won't be slaving over this dog like a Poodle or a Maltese, etc; one of the more demanding breeds. Papillons just have to be brushed daily to keep their coat shiny and free of tangles. Sometimes I don't have the time; so a weekly brushing is okay once in a while.


As for excercise, the build of a Papillon is lean and graceful. They do NOT need that much excercise. In the cold winters, I merely take him for a walk around the block. Inside, we play tag and chase. The games are not demanding, but are so much fun; Paps are so playful. In the summertime, Pepper (my dog) and I play fetch and we walk a LOT. But don't get discouraged. Papillons are in no way in high demand of excercise. A quick, 5 minute walk should do the trick.

Answer 7

pics & others!!!!
http://search.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?tmpl=1&exact=1&breed=Papillon&animal=Dog&preview=1

Answer 8

Here ya go! Have fun - all sorts of information.

http://www.majesticjoypapillons.com/MJPages/AboutPaps.html

Answer 9

One of the smartest dogs next to the chihuahua. They are prone to blood diseases and such . I know they are extremely exspensive I called a breeder and she wanted 2200.00 for one . I cannot afford 2200.00 for a dog i dont know of many ppl who can . good luck and god bless .