Size
- Height
- 20.3–27.9 cm
- Weight
- 2.3–4.5 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 72 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
14.0–16.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
4/5
Trainability
5/5
Playfulness
5/5
Protectiveness
4/5
Barking
5/5
Good with children
5/5
Good with other dogs
3/5
Good with strangers
5/5
Compared against Samoyed
Care needs
Shedding
3/5
Grooming
2/5
Drooling
1/5
Coat length
1/5
About the Papillon
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
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Frequently asked
How big does a Papillon get?
Adult Papillons typically stand 20.3–27.9 cm at the shoulder and weigh 2.3–4.5 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a Papillon?
Papillons usually live 14.0–16.0 years.
Is the Papillon good with children?
Papillons tend to do well with children when well-socialised (5/5 on our scale). As always, supervise interactions with young kids.
How much exercise does a Papillon need?
Papillons are roughly a 4/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 72 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the Papillon KC recognised?
Yes — the Papillon is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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