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Name	Papillon	Manchester Terrier	Welsh Terrier
Origins	Spain France Belgium	England	Wales
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting 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	English Toy Terrier Black and Tan Manchester	Welshie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Manchester Terrier? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Toy: 6-8 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17-18 pounds (7.7-8 kg)	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Toy: 7 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17.5 pounds (7.7.5 kg)	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height Which is taller, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier height comparison:	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	Toy: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Standard: 15-16 inches (39-40 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	Toy: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Standard: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$600-$1000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier?	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Manchester Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier intelligence:	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Manchester Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier trainability comparison.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier?	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier? 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.	Manchester Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Active Alert Intelligent Loyal Devoted Quiet Discerning	Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Friendly Spirited
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.	Manchester Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Welsh Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Manchester Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier social needs comparison:	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Manchester Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Manchester Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Manchester Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Welsh Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier?	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 Manchester Terrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier 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.	Manchester Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Welsh Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier?	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Manchester Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Manchester Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Welsh Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Welsh Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Manchester Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	No data available	Skin Irritation
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.	Frequent The Manchester Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Papillon, Manchester Terrier and Welsh Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier: 15 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier?	1/4 to 1 cup 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.	0.5 to 1.5 cups 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? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier coat comparison:	Feathered	Fine	Wiry Soft Waterproof
Colors What are the original Papillon, Manchester Terrier and Welsh Terrier color?	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Tan	Black Tan Grizzle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Manchester Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Papillon or Manchester Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Welsh Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Manchester Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Terrier has an average 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 Manchester Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Welsh Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Manchester Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Welsh Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Welsh Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier?	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Welsh Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier?	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Welsh Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier?	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Welsh Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Manchester Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Welsh Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Welsh Terrier 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.	Manchester Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Welsh Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier or Welsh Terrier? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Manchester Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier and Welsh Terrier have?	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Welsh Terrier 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 1887 as a Terrier & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier 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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
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	No data available	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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