Biewer Terrier vs Papillon
Breed Compatibility
76% Compatible
Energy Level
Biewer Terrier: Calm0.4
Papillon: Regular Exercise0.6
Very Compatible
Trainability
Biewer Terrier: Eager to Please1.0
Papillon: Eager to Please1.0
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Biewer Terrier: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Papillon: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Biewer Terrier3/5
Papillon5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Biewer Terrier5/5
Papillon3/5
Good with Strangers
Biewer Terrier3/5
Papillon5/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Biewer Terrier
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap displacement
Liver Shunts: Blood flow abnormality
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision loss
Bladder Stones: Urinary tract issues
Heart Defects: Cardiac abnormalities
Dental Problems: Tooth decay risks
Papillon
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap displacement
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision loss
Dental Issues: Tooth decay risk
Heart Murmurs: Cardiac abnormalities
Von Willebrand's Disease: Blood clotting
Fontanel: Soft spots on skull
Pros & Cons Comparison
Biewer Terrier
Pros
Excellent companion dog
Minimal exercise needs
Good for apartment living
Hypoallergenic coat
Cons
Regular grooming required
Can be stubborn
Delicate build
Potential dental issues
Papillon
Pros
Highly intelligent
Easy to train
Good with families
Adaptable
Low maintenance
Cons
Can be yappy
Delicate build
May be stubborn
Separation anxiety prone
Biewer Terrier Fun Fact
Their unique tri-colored coat pattern resulted from a rare genetic occurrence in Yorkshire Terriers.
Papillon Fun Fact
Their name 'Papillon' means butterfly in French, inspired by their distinctive ear shape and feathering.
Heritage & Purpose
Biewer Terrier
Origin:
Developed in Germany during the 1980s as a rare color variation of Yorkshire Terriers. Bred specifically for their distinctive tri-colored coat pattern as companion animals.
Papillon
Origin: France
Developed in Renaissance Europe as companion dogs for nobility, these elegant canines appeared in numerous royal portraits across France, Spain, and Belgium.
Special Considerations
Biewer Terrier
Regular grooming essential for coat maintenance. Dental care crucial due to predisposition to dental issues. Careful handling needed due to delicate build.
Papillon
Regular ear cleaning needed due to distinctive ear feathering. Weekly brushing maintains coat health. Dental care crucial due to predisposition to dental issues.
Shedding
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