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Compare Papillon and Havanese. Which is better: Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise?
Name | Papillon | Havanese | Bichon Frise |
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Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 53 | 23 | 46 |
Reviews | 4 | 5 | 5 |
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Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog |
Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese |
Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? Which is the smallest dog, Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Papillon or Havanese or Havanese? Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise weight comparison: | Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise height comparison: | Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) | 8-11 inches (21-29 cm) | Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) | 10 inches (25 cm) | Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? Which is more expensive? | $400-$600 | $900-$1200 | $700-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? | Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get. |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise intelligence: | Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Trainability
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise trainability comparison. | Papillon dogs are easy to train. | Havanese dogs are very easy to train. | Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? | Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. | Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. | Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. | Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise behavior/temperament comparison: |
Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly |
Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming |
Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise? | High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise social needs comparison: | Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Their prey drive is low. |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise playfulness comparison: | The Papillon is a highly playful breed. | The Havanese is a highly playful breed. | The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise? | A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. | Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. | Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? | 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. | Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed. |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? | Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise mouthiness comparison: | Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise health comparison. Which is the healthier: Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise? | The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise health problems comparison: |
Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia |
Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise lifespan comparison. How long do Papillon, Havanese and Bichon Frise breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise?
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise energy level comparison: | Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises. | Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? | Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? | 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise weight gain potential comparison: | Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise coat comparison: | Feathered |
Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long | Curly |
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Colors
What are the original Papillon, Havanese and Bichon Frise color? |
Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon |
Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco | Cream White Buff Apricot |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise grooming comparison: | Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? Papillon or Havanese or {name3 shedding: | Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. | Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. | Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise? | Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? Which dog is more friendly? | Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? | Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? | Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? | Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise? |
Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people. | Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Papillon or Havanese or Bichon Frise? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
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. | 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. | 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: Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise? | Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Papillon and Havanese and Bichon Frise have? | 2-4 puppies | 1-9 puppies, average 4 | 2-5 puppies |
Papillon vs Havanese vs Bichon Frise Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. | Not recognized by FCI. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America |
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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America |
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