How Do You Care For Papillons?
The papillon is a toy breed named for its butterfly-like ears. This toy breed is very friendly and affectionate. He makes a wonderful pet for both adults and older children. The papillon does not make a good pet for small children because most children do not know how to be gentle with the fragile dog. Papillons do not require much space, but these adorable dogs are not well suited to apartments because they like to bark. With the proper care, this breed can live up to fifteen years. Brush your papillon on a weekly basis. Use a firm bristle brush. Concentrate on the area behind the ears, on the stomach and inside the rear legs. These areas are particularly prone to matting. Mats should be gently pulled apart using the tips of your fingers. After all, you don’t want to harm your papillon’s tender skin. Brush your papillon’s teeth. Use a dog toothbrush and toothpaste that can be found in most pet care stores. Using the same technique as you would for your own teeth, brush the tops, front
