While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Poodles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the English Toy Papillon is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Faithful
Intelligent
Alert
Instinctual
Trainable

Playful
Loving
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Reserved

Poodles shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

English Toy Papillons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Water Dog, Barbet

Papillon and English Toy Spaniel

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Sable
White
Silver
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Black
Gray
Brown

Black
White
Brown
Pied
Red
Fawn
Sable

Poodles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

English Toy Papillons have medium-length coats.

Curly

Straight

A Poodle can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An English Toy Papillon can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Sebaceous Adenitis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Patellar Luxation
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Entropion
Cushing's Disease
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye
Blood Test
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Blood Chemistry

Poodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

English Toy Papillons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Poodle, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Toy Papillon, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Poodles usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most English Toy Papillons usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Poodles have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The English Toy Papillon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Poodle should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

English Toy Papillon should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-70 pound (27 - 32 kg) Poodle feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 8-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) English Toy Papillon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Poodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an English Toy Papillon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Poodle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an English Toy Papillon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

English Toy Papillons have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Poodles make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The English Toy Papillon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Poodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

English Toy Papillons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Poodles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

English Toy Papillons are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.