Continental Toy Spaniel
Toy group · France
Continental Toy Spaniel
Toy sizeLong coatModerate sheddingModerate energyModerate barking
The Continental Toy Spaniel, encompassing the Papillon and Phalène varieties, originated in Western Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries and was a favorite among European nobility. It is an alert, friendly, and highly intelligent dog known for its trainability and lively personality. The breed was developed primarily as a lapdog and companion for aristocratic households, frequently depicted in royal portraits of the era.
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