Article From SubmitYOURArticle.com: Papillon Dog Breed Profile

Description: The Papillon is a dwarf spaniel with
a delicate bone structure. Despite its outward
delicacy, the Papillon is an active dog that
enjoys outdoor activities. The Papillon should be
no taller at the withers than 11 inches, and the
dog will weigh 8 to 10 pounds and the bitch 7 to
9 pounds. The ears are distinguishing feature on
this dog, being large and fringed with long hair,
giving the suggestion of butterfly wings. The
body hair is of moderate length, and of a fine
texture. The coat is white with patches of brown,
black, lemon, red, or nearly any color. The tail
is carried over the back. The Papillon can live
for 16 years. This dog is also called the
Butterfly Dog, the Continental Toy Spaniel, and
the Phalene.

History: The Papillon made its first appearance
in art during the 13th century. Italian
Renaissance paintings often show this little dog
sitting contentedly in the laps of noble ladies.
At that time, the years were not yet erect,but
looked like spaniel ears. The Papillon became
popular throughout Europe and the French are
responsible for bestowing the breed's name on
them. By this time, the ears were obviously
erect. The French word for butterfly is Papillon.

Temperament: The Papillon is an affectionate dog
that delights in being close to its human family.
This is a playful dog that is active and lively
in the house. The Papillon is not good dog for
families with very young children because while
still a puppy, it can be unintentionally injured
by a rough child. Once the dog has grown, it is
fairly robust. The Papillon will not appreciate
having other dogs in the house, as it has a
jealous nature. Strangers will be viewed with
some skepticism. They are lap dogs and enjoy
nothing more than a cuddle on someone's lap. This
breed may prove difficult to housebreak.

Health Issues: The Papillon is a healthy little
dog, but does suffer from a few health problems.
The dog may have a soft spot on its forehead.
This will sometimes close up on its own, but the
head must be protected if it does not. The
Papillon can also develop problems with its
kneecap. Anaesthesia can cause problems with some
of these dogs, so make sure your veterinarian is
aware of this.

Grooming: As the Papillon's coat does not matt
easily, it only needs a daily brushing to keep it
in good condition. A dry shampoo is recommended,
but a bath can be given several times a month if
the Papillon gets dirty. Special attention should
be paid to dental hygiene and the owner should
brush the teeth regularly. Make sure that the
ears are dry and clean and trim excess hair from
the inside.

Living Conditions: While the Papillon is such a
small dog that it can live almost anywhere, the
potential owner who lives in an apartment should
be aware that the Papillon may present a barking
problem. It is an alert little dog that has
strong protective instincts, and will bark at
almost any noise. As the Papillon has always been
a companion dog, it should be around the people
it loves.

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