Papillon
Happy, alert, and friendly
Happy, alert, and friendly. The Papillon is a lively toy breed with exceptional intelligence and agility.
Breed Statistics
Compatibility Overview
Personality & Temperament
The Papillon is lively, intelligent, and surprisingly athletic for its small size. They are one of the most trainable toy breeds and excel in obedience and agility. Papillons are sociable and generally friendly with people and other dogs, though they can be vocal. They are better suited to households with older children who handle them carefully. Their energy and curiosity mean they need regular mental and physical engagement despite their compact size.
Daily Exercise
Moderate (45–60 min)
Recommended daily activity to keep this breed healthy and happy.
Known Health Conditions
- Patellar Luxation
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
- Dental Disease
- Epilepsy
- Hypothyroidism
- Von Willebrand's Disease
- Fontanel (Open Skull)
- Allergies
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