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Name	Papillon	Havanese	Lowchen
Origins	Spain France Belgium	Cuba	Spain Germany France Netherlands
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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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	Little Lion Little Lion Dog Petit Chien Lion Lowchen
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen? Which is the smallest dog, Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Papillon or Havanese or Havanese? Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen weight comparison:	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 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)	Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg)
Height Which is taller, Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen? Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen height comparison:	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 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: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$900-$1200	$5000-$8000
Availability Which is easier to get, Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen?	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Lowchen is easier than average to get.

Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen intelligence:	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen trainability comparison.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Lowchen dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen?	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Lowchen dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Lowchen dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen? Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Active Playful Happy Friendly Familiar
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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Lowchen 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: Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen?	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Lowchen dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen social needs comparison:	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Lowchen dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Lowchen dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
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. See more.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen playfulness comparison:	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Lowchens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen?	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Lowchen 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 Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen?	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 Lowchen breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen 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.	Lowchen dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen?	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.	Lowchen 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 Lowchen Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lowchen bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Lowchen has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen mouthiness comparison:	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lowchen dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen health comparison. Which is the healthier: Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen?	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.	Lowchens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen 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	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
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.	Frequent The Lowchen should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen lifespan comparison. How long do Papillon, Havanese and Lowchen 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	13-15 years The average lifespan of Lowchen: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen? Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen 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.	Lowchen dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen? 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.	Lowchen dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen?	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.	Lowchen dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen?	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 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Lowchen has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen coat comparison:	Feathered	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Dense Silky Wavy Harsh
Colors What are the original Papillon, Havanese and Lowchen color?	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen? Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen grooming comparison:	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen? Papillon or Havanese or {name3 shedding:	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Lowchen 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: Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen?	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lowchen 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. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lowchen is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen 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.	Lowchen dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen? Which dog is more friendly?	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Lowchen 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 Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen?	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Lowchen dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen?	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Lowchen dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen?	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Lowchen dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen?	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 Lowchen 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 Lowchen 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.	Lowchens are usually recommended for elderly people.

Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen 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.	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: Papillon or Havanese or Lowchen? 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.	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.	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 Lowchen?	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lowchen 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	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.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Papillon and Havanese and Lowchen have?	2-4 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4	3-6 puppies
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Papillon vs Havanese vs Lowchen 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 1996 as a Non-Sporting breed.
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 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

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