Papillon vs Schipperke Comparison – Which dog is better Continental Toy Spaniel or Spits?

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Name	Papillon	Schipperke
Origins	Spain France Belgium	Belgium
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Group	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	Spits Spitske Spitzke
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Papillon vs Schipperke breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Papillon vs Schipperke Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Papillon or Schipperke? Is the Papillon bigger than the Schipperke breed? Is a Papillon smaller than a Schipperke?	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Papillon or Schipperke? Papillon vs Schipperke weight comparison:	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Papillon or Schipperke? Is a Papillon taller than a Schipperke?	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)

Papillon vs Schipperke Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Papillon or Schipperke? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Papillon and Schipperke?	$400-$600	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Papillon or Schipperke?	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.

Papillon vs Schipperke Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Papillon or Schipperke smarter? Which is best? Papillon vs Schipperke intelligence:	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Papillon vs Schipperke trainability comparison. What's the difference between Papillon vs Schipperke?	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Papillon or Schipperke?	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Papillon or Schipperke? 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.	Schipperke dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Papillon vs Schipperke Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Papillon or Schipperke? Papillon vs Schipperke behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Papillon vs Schipperke?	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Papillon vs Schipperke?	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Papillon vs Schipperke social needs comparison:	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Papillon vs Schipperke?	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Schipperke 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? What's the difference between Papillon vs Schipperke? Which can be better for hunting?	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Papillon vs Schipperke Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Papillon vs Schipperke playfulness comparison:	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Schipperke is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Papillon vs Schipperke?	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. 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 Schipperke?	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

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

Papillon vs Schipperke Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Papillon vs Schipperke health comparison. Which is the healthier: Papillon vs Schipperke?	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Schipperke 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 Schipperke? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Schipperke health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Papillon vs Schipperke?	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Papillon vs Schipperke lifespan comparison. How long do Papillon and Schipperke breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Papillon and Schipperke?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Papillon vs Schipperke?	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.

Papillon vs Schipperke Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Papillon or Schipperke? Does the Papillon breed eat more than the Schipperke breed?	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Papillon vs Schipperke weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Papillon vs Schipperke Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Papillon vs Schipperke coat comparison:	Feathered	Fluffy Soft Thick
Colors What are the original Papillon and Schipperke color? Papillon vs Schipperke color comparison:	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Papillon or Schipperke? Papillon vs Schipperke grooming comparison:	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Papillon or Schipperke? Do Papillon dogs shed more than Schipperke dogs?	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Schipperke dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Papillon or Schipperke?	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.
Hypoallergenic Papillon vs Schipperke hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Papillon or Schipperke?	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Papillon vs Schipperke?	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Papillon vs Schipperke Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Papillon or Schipperke? Which dog is more friendly?	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are not the most 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 Schipperke?	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Papillon or Schipperke?	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Papillon or Schipperke? Can a Papillon and a Schipperke be friends? Do Papillon dogs get along with Schipperke dogs?	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Papillon vs Schipperke?	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Schipperke 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 Schipperke 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.	Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Papillon vs Schipperke 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: Papillon or Schipperke? 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: Papillon vs Schipperke?	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Schipperke breed usually likes 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.

Papillon vs Schipperke 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 Papillon and Schipperke have? Papillon vs Schipperke litter size comparison:	2-4 puppies	3-7 puppies
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Papillon vs Schipperke 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 1904 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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

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