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Papillon

Papillon: Great Little Companion

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History The Papillon (les papillon)  in French, meaning “butterfly,” is one of the oldest toy spaniels. It gets its name from how its long, fringed, and upright ears give them a distinctive butterfly-like appearance. A Papillon with floppy ears is called a Phalene. Phalene is a French term that means…
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Poodles: The Smartest Dogs?

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Are Poodles Smart One of the most common questions I hear is, “Are poodles smart dogs?”  In my experience with two toy poodles that were family members, I believe I know the answer. Not only are poodles very intelligent, but they are also mind readers. Poodles are one of the…
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Pug Dog Breed

Pug: A Dog That is 2nd to None

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The Pug Dog Breed The pug dog breed originated in China and is distinguished by its curled tail and wrinkled, short-muzzled face. The breed has a compact, square body with solid and well-developed muscles all over the body and a fine, glossy coat that occurs in a range of hues,…
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