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Papillon vs Toy Poodle Comparison – Which dog is better Continental Toy Spaniel or Barbone?

"Find similarities and differences between Papillon vs Toy Poodle" Compare Papillon and Toy Poodle. Which is better: Papillon or Toy Poodle?
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Papillon and Toy Poodle. What other names are these breeds known by?
Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
Barbone
Pudle
Teacup Poodle
Teddy Poodle
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Papillon and a Toy Poodle. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Papillon vs Toy Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Small Small
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Papillon and a Toy Poodle. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) Male: 6-9 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) Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Papillon or Toy Poodle? Is a Papillon taller than a Toy Poodle?
Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Papillon vs Toy Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Papillon and a Toy Poodle. Which breed costs more?
$400-$600 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Papillon or Toy Poodle?
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.

Papillon vs Toy Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare training requirements.
Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare alertness levels.
Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare territorial behaviors.
Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders.
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Papillon vs Toy Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Papillon and a Toy Poodle. How do their temperaments differ?
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Papillon vs Toy Poodle?
Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Papillon vs Toy Poodle?
High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Papillon vs Toy Poodle social needs comparison:
Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Papillon vs Toy Poodle?
Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Papillon vs Toy Poodle? Which can be better for hunting?
Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Papillon vs Toy Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare vocalization tendencies.
A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare play drive and energy.
The Papillon is a highly playful breed.
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The Toy Poodle is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare living space needs.
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 Toy Poodle breed.

Papillon vs Toy Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare adaptability levels.
Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Papillon or Toy Poodle?
Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Toy Poodle dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Papillon vs Toy Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.

Papillon vs Toy Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare average lifespans.
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare climate tolerances.
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Papillon and a Toy Poodle. Which breed is healthier?
The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Papillon vs Toy Poodle?
Average
The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Papillon vs Toy Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Toy Poodle health problems comparison:
Collapsed Trachea
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia
Heart Murmurs
Slipped Stifle
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Skin Allergies
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia

Papillon vs Toy Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare activity levels.
Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Papillon vs Toy Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Papillon or Toy Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Papillon or Toy Poodle?
Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Papillon vs Toy Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare obesity risks.
Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare daily food needs.
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.

Papillon vs Toy Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare allergy friendliness.
No See more. Yes See more.
Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Papillon and Toy Poodle? Compare breed colors.
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare maintenance needs.
Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare drooling amounts.
The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare natural smell levels.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Papillon and a Toy Poodle? Compare fur types.
Feathered Dense
Curly
Thick
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare bathing frequencies.
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Papillon or Toy Poodle? Do Papillon dogs shed more than Toy Poodle dogs?
Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Papillon vs Toy Poodle Good With Comparison

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

Papillon vs Toy Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare scenting abilities.

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 & Rescue Potential
Which is better for search and rescue: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare SAR abilities.

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Which is better on boats: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Papillon or a Toy Poodle? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Papillon and Toy Poodle. Which has stronger military background?

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 Toy Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Papillon and Toy Poodle. Which has larger litters?
2-4 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Papillon and Toy Poodle breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Papillon and Toy Poodle. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Papillon vs Toy Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Papillon and Toy Poodle. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Papillon and Toy Poodle. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Papillon and Toy Poodle. Which is more widely recognized?
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.

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