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Papillon
Papillon Puppies for Sale
Papillon
(Continental Toy Spaniel) (Phalene) (Epagneul
nain Continental) (Butterfly Dog) (Pap)
"Ruby the Papillon is very small, weighs only 4 pounds (1.98 kg.). She is an ex-show dog and is shown here at 6 years old. She has won Best in Show several times. She loves investigating outdoors, & then reclining on her pink chair. I enjoy watching The Dog Whisperer, and have learned a lot. Also tried some of his techniques with good success."
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Pronunciation |
PAP-ee-yon |
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Description |
Also called the Continental Toy Spaniel, the
Papillon has a tail which is long and plumed and carried curled over the back.
For this reason the Papillon was once called a Squirrel Spaniel. Its long
lustrous coat is white with patches of any color, except liver. The butterfly
ears are carried either erect or drooping. Papillon with drop ears are
called Phalene Papillon (Moth). There is a well-defined
white nose band. It has an alert and intelligent expression. The Papillon's
muzzle is short and a bit pointed. The dog should be white with patches of any
color. A color other than white should cover both eyes and both ears back to
front. |
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Temperament |
The Papillon is sometimes called the butterfly dog
- because the ears look like butterfly wings. It is a friendly, intelligent dog
that is tougher than it looks, and loves outdoor exercise. A gentle and
affectionate dog, lively, vivacious and charming. Playful and amusing but can
also be calm, patient, gentle and dignified. Steady and silent. Loves to be
cuddled but also likes to romp outdoors. They are steady, obedient and are not yappers. Papillons
can be trained to perform small tricks. Good with cats when they are socialized with them. They can also be difficult to housebreak, but are in
general easy to train otherwise. If you allow this dog to become pack leader to humans, it may become very possessive of its owner
and resent outsiders. When a dog believes he is pack leader to humans, it is called Small Dog Syndrome, human induced behaviors, where the dog is allowed to believe he owns the house. This can cause a varying degree of behavior problems such as, but not limited to, being, nervous,
high-strung, timid, separation anxiety, guarding, growling, snapping, biting, obsessive barking, dog aggression and being untrustworthy with children. These are not Papillon traits, but rather behaviors brought on by the way humans are treating the dog. Since most people who own small dogs, because of their size, unknowingly allow them to run the show, they are not generally recommended for young children. However, if you are your dog's firm, consistent pack leader, providing rules he must follow and limits to what he is and is not allowed to do, along with daily pack walks, the Papillon can be very trustworthy with children. |
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Height, weight |
Height: Dogs 8-11 inches (20-28cm) Bitches
8-11 inches (20-28cm)
Weight: Dogs 8-10 pounds (4-5kg.) Bitches 7-9 pounds (3-4kg) |
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Health Problems |
Sometimes prone to problems with the kneecaps
(patella) in the hind legs, this can sometimes be corrected by surgery. Also
fontanel (an opening at the top of the skull similar to a baby human's
"soft spot"). It sometimes corrects itself but if it does not, the dog
needs to be protected. Some have a difficult time under anesthesia. |
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Living conditions |
Although they can be good city dogs, they are
sometimes not good apartment dogs, because the dog has a strong instinct to
protect their property, and many will bark excessively at nearby noises, not
making the distinction between casual noises and those worthy of a real alarm. |
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Exercise |
Papillon need a daily walk.
Play will take care of a lot of their exercise needs, however, as with all
breeds, play will not fulfill their primal instinct to walk. Dogs who do not get
to go on daily walks are more likely to display behavior problems. They will
also enjoy a good romp in a safe open area off lead, such as a large fenced in
yard. |
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Life Expectancy |
Some as long as 16 years. |
Grooming |
Daily combing and brushing of the long, silky,
single coat is important and fairly straightforward. These dogs are usually
clean and odorless. Bathe or dry shampoo when necessary. Keep the nails clipped
and have the teeth cleaned regularly because they tend to accumulate tartar.
They are average shedders and do not matt or tangle. |
| Origin |
The Papillon is one of the oldest breeds of dog,
with a recorded history in Europe going back nearly 700 years. The breed was
originally called the epagneul nain or dwarf spaniel, and sported spaniel-type
dropped ears. The dog was later known as the Continental Toy Spaniel (or
sometimes just toy spaniel), which is the main name the FCI standard goes by. This tiny breed is recognizable in 13th through
15th century Italian frescoes. It was featured in many paintings of the
Renaissance period; in fact much of the breed's development is known because of
its depiction in paintings. The breed was widespread in Italy during the
Renaissance and later perfected by French breeders. Over time, an erect-eared type, fringed as to resemble the ears of a butterfly, developed (Papillon means "butterfly" in French).
In the United States and according to the AKC standard, Papillons (erect-eared) and Phalenes (drop-eared) can be born in the same litter and are shown together as one breed. The AKC calls the breed a Papillon, with the Phalene being the name for the drop eared variety. Where as the FCI calls the breed a Continental Toy Spaniel with two varieties, the Papillon for the erect eared dogs and the Phalene for the drop eared dogs.
While the AKC allows for the Papillon and Phalene to mix mate, the FCI strictly prohibits mix mating because of problems with the position of the ears. One FCI breeder states, "When a Papillon and Phalene are mixed most of the time incorrect ears on both varieties are the result, i.e one ear erected one dropped or both bended on top or a different combination of the mentioned problems. The correct position of Phalene ears is to lay close to the side of the head showing no gap, but when you mix the two the ears they do show a gap which is called "open ears". If there are the opposite genes in either variety incorrect ears will always show up in the litters."
Some of its talents include:
watchdog, agility, competitive obedience, and performing tricks. |
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Gun Dog, AKC Toy |
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Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC,
APRI, ACR |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
UKC = United Kennel
Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
Myrna Loy, a Phalene variety.
Limit, the Papillon at about 2 years old.
"Abiding Grace (black and white) and Sweet Hope are full blood, AKC registered Papillons. Grace is 6 months old and Hope is 2.5 years. Both are puppies of Happy and Giget who live in Lacy Spring, AL. Papillons are very different from any dogs I have ever owned. Their temperaments are stable and they are absolutely devoted to 'their people'. Hope belonged to us as my husband was battling terminal cancer. She never left his side until the day he died. They are however very headstrong and need to be guided with a firm but fair hand. I have used the Dog Whisperer and read Milan's book Cesar's Way. What I use the most the idea that I am in charge and as such will not be intimidated or bullied. I have taught Hope and am training Grace that I go out first which really does put me in the alpha position. Dogs are dogs not people."
Gizmo from Scotland.
This is Indy, a.k.a. Westway Indian Outlaw, at 12
weeks.
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Papillon Pictures 1
Papillon Pictures 2
Papillon Pictures 3
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