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| Breed: Papillon | Group (AKC):
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| Country of Origin | 16th century France, Spaniel ancestry |
| Type of coat | long, silky, shedding |
| Grooming | daily brushing, regular bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning |
| Average height | 8-11 inches |
| Average weight | 6-10 pounds |
| Activity level | high |
| Watchdog | yes, they will bark but will warm up to strangers easily |
| Protection | no |
| Intelligence | high |
| Trainability | easy to train, good focus, excels in obedience |
| Compatibility with children | fun family pet, loves children, no roughhousing! These dogs are easily injured. |
| Character | happy, lively, friendly, elegant, affectionate, active, playful, busy |
| Ideal home environment | apartment is fine, exercise daily |
| Ideal owner | consistent, patient leader |
| Suggestions: | early socialization, build up confidence, do not spoil |
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