Dog
Pronunciation:
pap-shoont
Breed Description:
The Papshund breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the Papillon and the Dachshund. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Papshund will have qualities of all the parents. They are a small to toy sized breed of dog that should be robust and slightly elongated. Generally, puppies take after the Papillon parent and will have longer legs instead of the short, low slung body of the Daschund. The head is usually broad and wedge shaped and the ears are large and erect, with the characteristic butterfly wing shape of the Papillon. The top line is usually level and the tail should curl over the back.
The coat of the Papshund is usually medium in length with a short undercoat and a longer top coat. The texture should be silky and there should be a natural gloss to the coat. The breed can be found in any color that is common for the parent breeds, however, the most common coat color is black.
Temperament:
The Papshund breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly. However, they are known for being intelligent, outgoing and friendly. They love being with their owners and often try to spend as much time with them as they can, whether that is out and about with them or simply sitting on their lap. They are usually very playful and while they can relax, they have a well of energy that can be alarming. The breed does very well with children but they are better suited to homes with older children since they can be snappy. They also do very well with other pets but they can have some problems with other dogs. Socialization is very important with this breed.
Height:
The average height for a Papshund is between 9 to 18 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Papshund is between 8 to 20 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Papshund breed of dog has no known health problems, however, it is important to read up on the Papillon and the Dachshund to be aware of the health problems your puppy may be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Papshund breed of dog can do okay in apartments, however, if they take after their Papillon parent, they may be prone to barking excessively at any strange noise. If they do, then they are not usually recommended for apartments. The ideal home is a house with a small yard and ample space between neighbors. This is not an outdoor breed and they should live inside with their owners.
Exercise:
The Papshund breed of dog is an active breed that requires between 20 to 30 minutes of exercise each day. Generally, two good walks will meet their needs but it is also important to give them an opportunity for off leash exercise as well.
Life Expectancy:
12 to 15 years
Grooming:
The Papshund breed of dog is an easy breed to care for and they only need to be brushed once or twice a week. The hair may need to be trimmed every month or two, especially around the face, ears and feet but in general, it can be left natural. The Paperanian should be bathed about once a month to keep the coat healthy and teeth should be brushed on a weekly basis. Nails should be kept trimmed and the ears should be cleaned on a weekly basis as well.
Origin:
The Papshund breed of dog is a designer `hybrid`breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Papshund, it is important to read up on the Papillon and the Dachshund. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
