Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Clever

Alert
Friendly
Energetic
Happy
Intelligent

Pinweilers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Papillons shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

United States

France

Rottweiler, Miniature Pinscher

spitz, spaniel

1990s

1500

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

White
Black
Fawn
Red
Brown
Sable

Pinweilers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Papillons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Pinweiler can have a litter of 8-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Papillon can have a litter of 13-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Pinweilers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Papillons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Aortic Stenosis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease

Entropion
Color Dilution Alopecia
Lymphoma

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Analysis
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
DNA for VWD

Knee
Heart
Dna For Vwd
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Off-leash, Snuggling, Play

Walking, Playing, Walk, Sniffing, Catch treats, Off-leash, Chasing Animals, Eating Snacks, Nap

Pinweilers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Papillons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pinweiler, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Papillon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pinweilers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Papillons usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Pinweiler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Papillon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-60 pound (18 - 27 kg) Pinweiler feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 8-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Papillon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Pinweiler is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 per day.

The average cost of a Papillon is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pinweiler is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Papillon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Papillons have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Pinweiler is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Papillons are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Pinweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Papillons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pinweilers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Papillons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Pinweilers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Papillons are highly friendly around strangers.

Pinweilers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Papillons are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.