Title: Meet The Charming Papillon Dog Breed
Author: Lee Dobbins
The Papillon with its butterfly ears and perky demeanor is one
of the oldest breeds of dogs and is often depicted in paintings
done during the Renaissance. Once called the Toy Spaniel, as
the breed evolved the butterfly wing like ears caused it to
acquire as its name the French word for butterfly - Papillon.
A member of the American Kennel Club Toy group, the Papillon
was admitted to the AKC in 1935. This breed stands at between 8
and 11 inches tall and weighs between 7 to 10 pounds. Like many
members of the Toy group, the Papillon can live to be 15 years
or older if cared for properly.
in addition to the striking years, the Papillon has a long
plumes tail that carries curled over its back. It has a long
lustrous coat and the ears can be carried either direct or
drooped ( which is referred to as Phalene Papillon meaning
moth). It has a white nose band and alert intelligent eyes.
The coat is mainly white with patches of other colors.
The Papillon is a smart, friendly dog that is quite tough for
its small size. It loves to be outdoors and is very
affectionate and gentle but also vivacious, lively and charming.
It can be playful and also patient and gentle as well as
dignified. Most Papillon's a steady and obedient, but like any
pure breed dog some can be high strong and timid. Papillon's
are friendly to people but can be aggressive towards other dogs.
The Papillon can be prone to problems with his kneecaps and
hind legs, sometimes requiring corrective surgery. They can
also suffer from having an opening at the top of the skull
(fontanel) which sometimes can correct itself. Some can have
problems under anesthesia.
The Papillon has a strong instinct for protecting their
property and therefore may not be a good apartment dog as they
may bark excessively if they hear noises in neighboring
apartments. Although they can be good indoor dogs, they do
become stressed if they do not get regular exercise.
The Papillon does require daily grooming, although the dog is
quite clean and odorless. you can dry shampoo or bathe him if
you like. They can accumulate tartar on their teeth resulting
in dental problems so they teeth should be brushed daily. It is
also important to keep their nails trimmed. This dog is only an
average shedder and the long silky coat does not become easily
tangled.
About The Author: Lee Dobbins writes for
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