Brittany vs Papillon Comparison – Which dog is better American Brittany or Continental Toy Spaniel?

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Name	Brittany	Papillon
Origins	France	Spain France Belgium
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Brittany and Papillon. What other names are these breeds known by?	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Brittany and a Papillon. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Brittany vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Brittany and a Papillon. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Brittany or Papillon? Is a Brittany taller than a Papillon?	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Brittany vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Brittany and a Papillon. Which breed costs more?	$700-$800	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Brittany or Papillon?	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Brittany vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare training requirements.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare alertness levels.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare territorial behaviors.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Brittany vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Brittany and a Papillon. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Brittany vs Papillon?	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brittany vs Papillon?	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Brittany vs Papillon social needs comparison:	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Brittany vs Papillon?	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Brittany vs Papillon? Which can be better for hunting?	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Brittany vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare play drive and energy.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare living space needs.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Papillon indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Brittany vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare adaptability levels.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or Papillon?	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Brittany vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Brittany vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Brittany and a Papillon. Which breed is healthier?	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Brittany vs Papillon?	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Papillon health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia

Brittany vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare activity levels.	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Brittany vs Papillon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or Papillon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Brittany or Papillon?	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Brittany vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare daily food needs.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Brittany vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Brittany and Papillon? Compare breed colors.	White Orange Liver Roan	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare drooling amounts.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Brittany and a Papillon? Compare fur types.	Feathered	Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Brittany or Papillon? Do Brittany dogs shed more than Papillon dogs?	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Brittany vs Papillon Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare kid-friendliness.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Brittany or Papillon? Which dog is more friendly?	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Brittany or Papillon?	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Brittany or Papillon? Can a Brittany and a Papillon be friends? Do Brittany dogs get along with Papillon dogs?	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Brittany vs Papillon?	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Brittany vs Papillon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Brittany or a Papillon? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Brittany and Papillon. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Brittany vs Papillon Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Brittany and Papillon. Which has larger litters?	1-11 puppies, average 6	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Brittany and Papillon breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Brittany and Papillon. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Brittany vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Brittany and Papillon. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Brittany and Papillon. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Brittany and Papillon. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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