Buyer question
How long does a Papillon live?
Our Animal Library gives the Papillon a lifespan of 14–16 years.
Source: the Papillon page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Papillon in the Animal Library
The detail
A European toy spaniel named for its butterfly-wing ears, the Papillon was a favorite of royal courts and now excels in agility and obedience. Bright, lively and friendly, it is one of the most trainable toy breeds and needs more activity than most.
- Best fit
- Active adults, dog sports
- Temperament
- Happy, alert, friendly
What to weigh
Papillons are fragile around rough play and can be barky. They are busy dogs that need daily activity, and some are hard to housetrain.