Papillon
Puppy
Fully Grown
Papillons are smalls dog with big personalities. Their visual trademark is their ears that look like butterfly wings and their silky smooth coat.
They may look like lap dogs but they sure aren't. In fact, Papillons are quite the opposite - they love to run and are very fast at jumping over any hurdles in their way. They don't shy away from cold or the water and despite their tiny statute, they are quite hardy dogs that love adventure.
Papillons are great with other animals and kids and their size would make him a good apartment dog, except that they like to make a lot of noise! They are very alert and any noise they hear needs to be commented on. They also enjoy lots of free space to rumble around in.
Of course they also love cuddles and affection. This is a bright little breed - Papillons will learn just by listening and will tilt their head from one side to the other when you say things to them. For cuteness and adorability factor this breed scores 11 out of 10!
They are easy to train and if you are into trick training you won't be disappointed. Papillons have also become a favourite breed for dog agility training. Daily outings are a must with your Papillon.
| Weight: | 4-5 kg |
| Health risk: | Medium |
| Life expectancy: | 13-15 years |
| Coat: | Long |
| Grooming intensity: | Medium |
| Monthly cost (food): | Low |
| Trainability: | High |
| Activity level: | High |
There are many sources to get your Papillon from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a Papillon to adopt:
To help your rescued Papillon to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your Papillon from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
The following organisations will be able to help you find breeders in your state in Australia. They will also be able to connect you with your local breed clubs, which are always a great source of information in regards to finding good breeders and rescue organisations.
