Comparison: Papillon and Russian Toy

Papillon and Russian Toy are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Papillon
Photo: Jen Smith from USA, CC BY 2.0, source
Russian Toy
Photo: Skest, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
PapillonRussian Toy
FCI group9. Companion and Toy Dogs9. Companion and Toy Dogs
Country of originFranceRussia
CategoryVery small (toy)Very small (toy)
Height at withers20–28 cm22–27 cm
Weight3–5 kg–
Life span13–16 years–
Recognition features
  • Large butterfly-shaped fringed ears
  • Silky white coat with coloured patches
  • Plume tail carried over the back
  • Small, elegant, long-legged dog with fine bone
  • Two coat varieties: smooth-haired and long-haired with distinct fringes on the ears
  • Weight up to 3 kg, height 22 to 27 cm
CoatLong, fine coat, white with coloured patches.Smooth-haired: short, close-lying, shiny coat without undercoat. Long-haired: body and neck covered with straight or slightly wavy close-lying hair 3-5 cm long, distinct feathering on the rear of the limbs and tail, ears with long fringes. Colours: black, brown, blue and lilac and tan, red with black, blue, brown or lilac, red, fawn, cream.
PurposeA European toy spaniel seen in Renaissance paintings; named ´butterfly´ for its ears.A companion dog.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.