Papitese

Dog Breed Profile

Papitese History

The Papitese is a breed of small herding and pastoral dogs from the island of Sicily, Italy. The dogs are close to extinct, with only a few remaining specimens. The origin of the name may derive from the Sicilian word papanelle for “cattle raiser”, or from the word lapatusa for “herdsman”.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

Maltese, Papillon

Papitese Physical Characteristics

The Papitese usually stand between 22 and 25 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh between 50 and 75 pounds. They have a large, muscular, athletic, and well balanced body and gait. They have a thick, double layer, short, dense, weather resistant, and glossy coat that is fawn, mahogany, or liver in color. They have a rectangular head and a muzzle that is shorter and thicker in proportion that the rest of the dogs face.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

White, Silver, Black, Brown, Fawn

Height Range

Male Height Range: 8 – 10 inches

Female Height Range: 8 – 10 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 6 – 10 lbs

Female Weight Range: 6 – 10 lbs

Papitese Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

13-15 yrs

Papitese Health Concerns

Portosystemic Shunt, Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA), Patellar Luxation, Cataracts, Glaucoma, Von Willebrand’s Disease, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Food Allergies

Papitese Temperament and Behaviour

The Papitese is a breed of small and compact hunting hounds that date back to Ancient Greece. They are known for their beauty, loyalty, and adaptability. They are gentle and well-mannered, and tend to be quite protective of their owners. They are extremely intelligent and eager to learn, which makes training easy.

Papitese Activity Requirements

Papitese are a rare, exotic breed of dog that originated in Thailand. They are very loyal and devoted, making them great companions. They are also highly intelligent, and they enjoy learning. While they are not a very active, high-energy breed, Papiteses do need regular socialization and mental stimulation. A daily walk or game of fetch can provide these essentials. While Papiteses are better suited for homes with yards, they are not particularly energetic. They prefer to spend most of their time indoors with their humans. Most Papiteses are content to sleep most of the day, though a few will enjoy a short walk.