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Papillon

Background

This breed appeared in paintings in the 1200s and was known then as the toy Spaniel and was owned by royalty and noblemen. Many paintings feature the toy Spaniel with dropped ears called the Phalene (moth) and the large erect ears of the Papillon.

Breed Personality, Characteristics & Temperment

This breed is a friendly little dog and shows no aggression, it is clean and easy to manage in a small back yard or unit. It loves company, is very intelligent and can be taught tricks or obedience.

Compatibility With Other Pets

Will live happily with other pets, but care should be taken with larger dogs because of their small size.

Care Requirements

Needs regular brushing and bathing as they do shed their coat. Care must be taken with the ear canals on the drop-eared variety. Does not have many health problems, but can occasionally suffer from slipping patellas – check with breeder in this regard. Enjoys walks and regular exercise, but is quite happy in the back yard.

Please take note:
Because of its small size is not ideal for young children.

Conclusion

If you have decided that the Papillon is the dog for you and you are prepared to give this dog plenty of your time to keep it happy and entertained, contact one of the groups listed below:

Breeders

State	Contact	Breeder
VIC	Helen Baldi	Koolena	Contact
NSW	Sharon and Don Mahoney	Mondelise	Contact
QLD	J Mann	Caroblee	Contact
VIC	Royce Walters		Contact
NSW	Tracey Goulding	Enve	Contact
VIC	Beth Crabb	Tonichi	Contact
VIC	Rosie Hawkins	Papco	Contact
QLD	Noeline Quinn	Quinvale	Contact
VIC	Corinne O'Connell	calpap	Contact
VIC	Suzanne Goodchild	Szzan	Contact
QLD	Ann Harragon	Toistoree	Contact
VIC	Gillian Thorpe	Graegill	Contact
VIC	barbara Stahl	Starblaze	Contact
QLD	Dianne Marshall	Pekeachoo	Contact
NT	Melissa Thiele	Paptacular	Contact
VIC	Jayne McEwan	Torabella	Contact
VIC	Christina John	BASILIKA	Contact

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Lifespan: Papillon''s can live up to 16 years of age.

Ideal Owners: This is a companion dog and so they do not live happily without a lot of human contact or living outside the home.