Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Comparison – Which dog is better Nederlandse Kooikerhondje or Continental Toy Spaniel?

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Name	Kooikerhondje	Papillon
Origins	Netherlands	Spain France Belgium
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kooikerhondje vs Papillon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Kooikerhondje or Papillon? Is the Kooikerhondje bigger than the Papillon breed? Is a Kooikerhondje smaller than a Papillon?	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Kooikerhondje or Papillon? Kooikerhondje vs Papillon weight comparison:	20-40 pounds (9-18 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?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kooikerhondje or Papillon? Is a Kooikerhondje taller than a Papillon?	14-16 inches (36-41 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?	15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Kooikerhondje or Papillon? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Kooikerhondje and Papillon?	$600-$800	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Kooikerhondje or Papillon?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Kooikerhondje or Papillon smarter? Which is best? Kooikerhondje vs Papillon intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Kooikerhondje vs Papillon trainability comparison. What's the difference between Kooikerhondje vs Papillon?	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Kooikerhondje or Papillon?	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Kooikerhondje or Papillon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kooikerhondje or Papillon? Kooikerhondje vs Papillon behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Kooikerhondje vs Papillon?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Kooikerhondje vs Papillon?	High: Kooikerhondje 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.
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Social Needs Kooikerhondje vs Papillon social needs comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. 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 Kooikerhondje vs Papillon?	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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 Kooikerhondje vs Papillon? Which can be better for hunting?	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. 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

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Kooikerhondje vs Papillon playfulness comparison:	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Kooikerhondje vs Papillon?	Average: The Kooikerhondje 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Kooikerhondje or Papillon?	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 Kooikerhondje 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

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Kooikerhondje 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Kooikerhondje or Papillon?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Kooikerhondje or Papillon?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje 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
Biting Potential Is a Kooikerhondje more dangerous than a Papillon?	Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Kooikerhondje vs Papillon mouthiness comparison:	Kooikerhondje 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.

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Kooikerhondje vs Papillon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kooikerhondje vs Papillon?	The Kooikerhondje 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kooikerhondje vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kooikerhondje vs Papillon health problems comparison:	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Kooikerhondje vs Papillon?	Average The Kooikerhondje 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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Life Expectancy Kooikerhondje vs Papillon lifespan comparison. How long do Kooikerhondje and Papillon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Kooikerhondje and Papillon?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kooikerhondje vs Papillon?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje 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.

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Kooikerhondje or Papillon? Does the Kooikerhondje breed eat more than the Papillon breed?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Kooikerhondje vs Papillon weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Kooikerhondje vs Papillon coat comparison:	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight	Feathered
Colors What are the original Kooikerhondje and Papillon color? Kooikerhondje vs Papillon color comparison:	Red White Orange	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Kooikerhondje or Papillon? Kooikerhondje vs Papillon grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje 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
Shedding Level Who sheds more Kooikerhondje or Papillon? Do Kooikerhondje dogs shed more than Papillon dogs?	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Kooikerhondje or Papillon?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Kooikerhondje vs Papillon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Kooikerhondje or Papillon?	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Kooikerhondje vs Papillon?	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kooikerhondje or Papillon? Which dog is more friendly?	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Kooikerhondje or Papillon?	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Kooikerhondje or Papillon?	Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje or Papillon? Can a Kooikerhondje and a Papillon be friends? Do Kooikerhondje dogs get along with Papillon dogs?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Kooikerhondje vs Papillon?	Yes Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje 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?	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Kooikerhondje or Papillon? Which is better for autism?	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.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Kooikerhondje vs Papillon?	Not really Kooikerhondje 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.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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.

Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Kooikerhondje and Papillon have? Kooikerhondje vs Papillon litter size comparison:	5-7 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Kooikerhondje vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	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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