Papichon

Dog Breed Profile

Papichon History

The Papichon is a relatively young hybrid or “designer” crossbreed that was created in the 1990s by breeding a Bichon Frise with a Persian Cat. The Papichon is a cross between a purebred Persian cat and a Bichon. The appearance of the cat inspired the breeders, and they looked for a litter of kittens with similar markings. They found two white kittens that have the same coloration as the Persian. The breeder crossed then with one of the bichon frise and obtained the offspring. The puppies were named “Papi” and “Chon”.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

Papillon, Bichon Frise

Papichon Physical Characteristics

The Papichon is a medium sized, long-haired, spitz-type breed that is typically standing is 12 to 15 inches at the shoulders and weights between 20 and 22 pounds. The coat is short, double-layered, and straight. The head is of a moderate wedge shape with rounded contours. The muzzle is of the same width as the head and the stop is well-defined. The eyes of the male are oval and almond-shaped while the female has round eyes and a heart-shaped nose. The ears are medium sized and are set slightly to the side of the skull. The tail is medium in length and erect or carried in a sickle curve.

Eye Colors

Brown, Amber

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

White, Brown, Sable, Red, Black

Height Range

Male Height Range: 11 – 12 inches

Female Height Range: 10 – 12 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 10 – 16 lbs

Female Weight Range: 9 – 15 lbs

Papichon Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

10-14 yrs

Papichon Health Concerns

Patellar Luxation, Cataracts, Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd), Bladder Stones and Infections, Allergies, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Papichon Temperament and Behaviour

The Papichon is a friendly and happy-natured dog that is sociable with humans and gets along well with children. They are playful and energetic, but are also calm when they want to be. They get along with dogs and other animals, and make good watchdogs.

Papichon Activity Requirements

While the Papichon is a small dog, they are a high-energy, people-oriented breed. They enjoy spending time with their people and playing with other dogs. A daily walk or jog is the best way to meet your Papichon’s exercise needs. They also love to play, so games like tug-of-war and fetch are a great way to keep them happy. While they aren’t the best fit for apartment life, they do do well with people who spend a lot of time at home. A stay-at-home parent, retired person, or someone with a job that allows them to work from home would be a good fit for a Papichon.