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Compare Papillon and Miniature Poodle. Which is better: Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?
Name | Papillon | Miniature Poodle | Shih-Poo |
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Origins | Spain France Belgium | Germany France | China Tibet |
Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Designer Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 53 | 435 | 562 |
Reviews | 4 | 2 | 2 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog |
Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel |
Pooshi Shoodle |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Cross Breed |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Which is the smallest dog, Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Miniature Poodle? Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo weight comparison: | Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | 15-17 pounds (7-8 kg) |
8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) | 16 pounds (7.5 kg) | 11.5 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo height comparison: | Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) | 11-15 inches (28-38 cm) | 8-15 inches (20-38 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) | 13 inches (33 cm) | 11.5 inches (29 cm) |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Which is more expensive? | $400-$600 | $1000-$1500 | $800-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? | Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get. | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. | Frequent: The Shih-Poo is easier than average to get. |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo intelligence: | Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Smart: The Shih-Poo dogs have great intelligence. |
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Trainability
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo trainability comparison. | Papillon dogs are easy to train. | Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. | Shih-Poo dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? | Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. | Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. | Shih-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. | Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. | Shih-Poo dogs are average defenders. |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo behavior/temperament comparison: |
Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly |
Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual |
Intelligent Loyal Sweet Companionable |
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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 Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo? | High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Shih-Poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo social needs comparison: | Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Shih-Poo 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. | Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Shih-Poo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
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. | Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Shih-Poo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo playfulness comparison: | The Papillon is a highly playful breed. | The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. | The Shih-Poo is a playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo? | A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. | Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. | Low to Average: The Shih-Poo rarely barks. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? | 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 Miniature Poodle breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Shih-Poo breed. |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo 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. | Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Shih-Poo 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 Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? | Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Shih-Poo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih-Poo 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 Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo mouthiness comparison: | Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Shih-Poo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo? | The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Shih-Poo 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 Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo health problems comparison: |
Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia | Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease |
Dental Problems Heatstroke |
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 Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Shih-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo lifespan comparison. How long do Papillon, Miniature Poodle and Shih-Poo 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 Miniature Poodle: 15 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Shih-Poo: 15 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shih-Poo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo?
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo energy level comparison: | Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Shih-Poo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises. | Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Shih-Poo dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? | Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Shih-Poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? | 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. | 1 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 Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo weight gain potential comparison: | Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih-Poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo coat comparison: | Feathered |
Dense Curly Thick |
Curly Straight Curly & Straight |
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Colors
What are the original Papillon, Miniature Poodle and Shih-Poo color? |
Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon |
Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot |
Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo grooming comparison: | Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Papillon or Miniature Poodle or {name3 shedding: | Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. | Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. | Shih-Poo dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? | 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 Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo 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 Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo? | Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo 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 Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Shih-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Shih-Poo dogs are generally with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Which dog is more friendly? | Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Shih-Poo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? | Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? | Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Papillon or Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? | Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Shih-Poo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo? |
Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Shih-Poo 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 Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Shih-Poo 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. | Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Shih-Poos are commonly okay with elderly people. |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo 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 Miniature Poodle or Shih-Poo? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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 Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo? | Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Shih-Poo 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 Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo 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 Miniature Poodle and Shih-Poo have? | 2-4 puppies | 2-8 puppies, average 5 | 3-4 puppies |
Papillon vs Miniature Poodle vs Shih-Poo Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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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. | Not recognized by FCI. | 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry | Not recognized by any clubs. |
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