Papillon

HISTORY

ORIGIN FRANCE

GROUP TOY GROUP

The Papillon originated in 17th century France, they were bred specifically to be companion dogs for European royalty. The Papillon has been seen in paintings by Rembrandt, Fragonard, and Titian.

APPEARANCE(S)

The Papillon is a small and delicate dog. The Papillon has large erect distinctive butterfly-like ears. The tail is long and carried curled over the back.

COLOR(S)

This breed is usually white with spots of any color.

COAT

The coats are long straight and silky.

PERSONALITY

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Low

POSITIVES

This breed loves to stay close to it owners. They are great lap dogs and want nothing more than your total attention. Papillons are generally good with kids and other dogs.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

This breed has special grooming needs.

IDEAL LIVING SITUATION

This breed would do well in country or city.

HELPFUL INFORMATION/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This breed needs special grooming attention.

BREED RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS

The following conditions are known to be seen in this breed, please look at our A to Z listing to find out detailed information.

• Patellar Luxation

• Deafness

NATIONAL CLUBS AND/OR ORGANIZATIONS

Papillon Club of America
17400 NW Lucy Reeder Rd
Portland, OR 97231

FUN FACT(S)

Papillon means “butterfly” in French. They were named for the shape of their ears, Papillon without the butterfly shaped ears are called Phalenes.