Papillon

A dainty and alert toy dog with butterfly-like ears.

The Papillon is a small, elegant toy breed known for its distinctive butterfly-like ears and lively personality. Despite its delicate appearance, it is a sturdy and athletic dog, excelling in obedience and agility. Papillons are highly intelligent, affectionate, and thrive in active households.

Quick Facts

SizeSmall
Breed GroupToy
Lifespan12–15 Years
Exercise NeedsUp to 30 minutes per day
TrainabilityHighly trainable and eager to please, Papillons are fast learners and excel in obedience and tricks.
Grooming NeedsLow
SheddingYes
Barking TendencyHigh
TemperamentBright, friendly, and curious, Papillons are social dogs that enjoy companionship and are usually good with children and other pets.

Available Papillons

3 dogs available
Oreo, a Unknown old male Papillon available for adoption from Almost Home NI in Northern Ireland

Almost Home NI

Oreo

Northern Ireland
SexMale
AgeUnknown
BreedPapillon

Meet Oreo – Your Little Shadow with a Big Heart Oreo is a charming black-and-white fluffball who appears to be a Papillon cross, with delicate features and a soft coat to match his gentle nature. This special little boy hasn’t had the easiest start in life, and as a result, he’s still learning that the world—and the people in it—can be kind. Oreo may take a little time to trust, but patience with him is richly rewarded. Once you’re in his circle, he transforms into the sweetest, most affectionate companion. He absolutely adores cuddles and will happily curl up on your lap, soaking up all the love he’s been missing. He is fully crate trained and takes comfort in having his own safe space. Oreo is very clean and tidy in the home, but he can be a little protective of his crate area. Because of this, he’ll need an understanding adopter who is willing to respect his boundaries and continue gently working with him at his own pace. Oreo would thrive in a calm, quiet household where he can relax, build confidence, and enjoy the simple pleasures in life—like cozy snuggles and tasty treats. He’s not looking for a busy or high-energy environment; instead, he’s searching for someone kind-hearted who will give him the time, patience, and love he deserves. If you’re looking for a loyal little companion who will blossom with care and reward you with endless affection, Oreo might just be your perfect match.

Papi, a 6 years old male Papillon X Yorkshire Terrier available for adoption from Dogs Friends in Somerset

Dogs Friends

Papi

Somerset
SexMale
Age6 years
BreedPapillon X Yorkshire Terrier

Background –Papi came to Dogs Friends via a Welsh pound after his owner was no longer able to care for him. Although Papi has lived in a pet home, he doesn’t seem to have seen much of the world.Character –Papi is a 6kg squeaky toy enthusiast with the most impressive ears we’ve seen on a small dog! He is happy to chill out on the sofa at home after a morning of playing with his toys or roaming the garden, and checking for intruders. Papi is friendly and affectionate without being clingy and enjoys a gentle brush from time to time.Type of home –Papi would like a home where someone is home most of the time, although he will happily settle on the sofa if you are out for an hour or so. Papi is quite active, but he is currently anxious outside of the home. This leads to him being reactive to other dogs, so he will need to live somewhere with access to quiet walks and limited contact with other dogs – his foster carer takes him to a secure field, which Papi loves! Papi’s new caretaker will need to be willing to put in the work to help him become more comfortable around other dogs and generally less anxious in unfamiliar situations.Papi has recently had cherry eye surgery, which he’s recovered well from.Papi is currently located in Weston-super-Mare.Our catchment area for rehoming is Somerset and the local surrounding areas (such as Bristol, Bath, Weston Super Mare and Wiltshire).

Petal, a 7 years old female Papillon available for adoption from Silver Fox Dog Rescue in Hampshire

Silver Fox Dog Rescue

Petal

Hampshire
SexFemale
Age7 years
BreedPapillon

Petal is a female PapillonDate of birth 22/5/2019Foster in Lytham St AnnesPetal is a sweet, worried little girl to begin with. She relies heavily on the other dogs to gain her confidence. Petal must be homed with at least one other small size, confident dog, similar age to herself.Petal is looking for an experienced home that has owned worried dogs previously.She will need reminding about her toilet training and lots of socialising out and about when she is readyNot cat testedChildren 16 plusAny resident dogs must be neutered and proof provided from your vetTo apply, there are no forms, simply private message our Facebook page or email info@silverfoxdogrescue.com with full details of why you are the best home for Petal and how you match her full criteriaWe are a dedicated team, that successfully help and rehabilitate dogs from many different backgrounds.Our DogsInfo@silverfoxdogrescue.com Tel 07941340016