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Papillon Dog Puppy Health Care Information

Papillon Puppy Dog Care, Medical Veterinary Issues, Papillon Health Problems Concerns

Papillon Puppy Dog Care Information

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Papillon puppy dog

Papillon Health Information:

The Papillon is a healthy, long lived breed of dog with few, if any health problems. This vitality and longevity can be attributed to the age of this breed; the Papillon dog breed dates back many centuries.

That having been said, it's always of utmost importance that you acquire your Papillon puppy from a reputable, responsible breeder, knowledgeable about the breed and dog breeding in general.

Puppy Mills and back yard breeders are everywhere, and the Papillon is among the hundreds of popular dog breeds exploited by these inhumane and irresponsible breeders. Don't be fooled by posh pet stores selling puppies dolled up like babies for astronomical prices; you can bet on the fact that these puppies come from puppy mills at worst, or back yard breeders at best, and you'll be taking a big gamble on the health, temperament and longevity of any puppy purchased from these sources. You'll also be supporting an industry that profits from the torture and neglect of defenseless dogs and puppies.

Please choose your breeder wisely, ensuring that your breeder treats her breeding dogs as members of the family, and breeds out of love for the breed, rather than profit. Your Papillon breeder should be knowledgeable about the breed, ensure that breeding dogs are healthy and free of inheritable disorders that could crop up in the puppies, and raise her puppies in the home with love and gentle handling. A reputable breeder will stand behind the health and temperament of her puppies with a a reasonable health guarantee, and will want to make sure that you are a responsible puppy buyer ready to make a firm commitment to taking on a canine companion. Don't settle for anything less. A responsible breeder may have a waiting list for her puppies, but you can be assured that the puppy you receive will be well worth the wait.

Papillon Exercise Information:

Despite the dainty appearance and diminutive stature, the Papillon has "big dog" athletic abilities. Some owners say the Papillon is a "big dog" in a little dog's suit; ready, willing and able to take on a 5 mile walk, run or hike. Papillons are a very old breed, and as such are not riddled with the health problems associated with many more modern breeds. That being said, Papillons from any source other than a highly responsible, reputable breeder may not possess this vitality and vigor. As with all popular purebred dog breeds, puppy mills and back yard breeders breeding Papillons (among other breeds) are in existence throughout North America, and generally produce inbred, unhealthy, genetically diseased and ill-tempered puppies from dogs that are kept in inhumane environments.

Choose your breeder wisely, ensuring that you only consider purchasing a Papillon puppy from a breeder who is highly knowledgeable about the breed, and breeds only the best to the best in an effort to produce puppies that are healthy, sound, conformationally correct and well-socialized.

Papillon Grooming Needs:

Despite what you may surmise from admiring the undeniably glamorous Papillon, grooming is a walk in the park. A "wash and wear" dog breed, the Papillon really does not require a great deal of grooming. An occasional bath and a few brushings each week will keep your Papillon's long, silky coat as shiny as his personality. As with other breeds, you'll want to trim your Papillon's nails regularly, clean inside his ears with an acidifying cleanser, and (of course) brush his teeth to help keep doggie breath and gum disease at bay.