Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Vocal
Extroverted

Papioxs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Pom-Cotons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Toy Fox Terrier, Papillon

Pomeranian, Coton de Tulear

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
White

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brindle
White
Blue

Papioxs have medium-length coats.

Pom-Cotons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Papiox can have a litter of 2-6 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 Pom-Coton can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Portacaval Shunt

Pateller Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Food Allergies

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system

Papioxs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Pom-Cotons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

In general most Papioxs usually need at least 30 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 Pom-Cotons 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 Papiox has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pom-Cotons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Papiox should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Pom-Coton should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Papiox is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Pom-Coton is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Papiox is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Pom-Coton 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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

Pom-Cotons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Papioxs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Pom-Cotons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Papioxs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Pom-Cotons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Pom-Cotons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.