Papillon
ChienPetitPoids 2–5 kgEspérance 13–17 ans
The butterfly-eared small intellectual champion — generally healthy and long-lived. Watch patellar luxation and PRA, and start dental care early.
Tempérament : Brilliant, quick-learning, alert and vocal
🩺 Maladies fréquentes et risques
Fréquent
Luxating patella
Common in toy breeds
Fréquent
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Night blindness is early — DNA test available
Fréquent
Periodontal disease
Small crowded mouth — brush from puppyhood
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Epilepsy
Scattered idiopathic reports
📋 Dépistages conseillés et fréquence
- #1Knee check (annual)
- #2Eye screening (annual)
- #3Dental check (twice yearly)
🍚 Nutrition
High-energy small-breed formula; frequent small meals for puppies.
🛁 Soins quotidiens
Brush ear and chest furnishings regularly; mental games to prevent boredom.
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