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About the Papillon

The Papillon descended from the Continental Toy Spaniel, a breed that was popular with European royalty for centuries. Marie Antoinette, Madame de Pompadour, and many other historical figures were depicted with toy spaniels that resembled the modern Papillon. The erect-eared variety (Papillon) and the drop-eared variety (Phalene, French for moth) are both still bred today.

Read our complete Papillon guide for temperament, care tips, health information, and costs.

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