Big ears, big heart

Vital Statistics: Life span: 12-15 years Adult weight: 8-10 pounds Adult height: 8-11 inches

What’s good and bad about the Papillon?

Pros:

• He’s perfect size for apartment and condo dwellers
• An affectionate, devoted companion who enjoys being fussed over
• Very smart and trainable; you’ll see many Papillons in dog competitions

Cons:

• Daily grooming is best; shedding is noticeable
• Large households may overwhelm him
• Too fragile for roughhousing
• His fragility combined with his energy can be difficult for some owners to manage

They are cute.