Activities for Papillons & You
In recent years, the Papillon has become a small dog star in
the sport of dog agility. This sport consists of an obstacle
course with tunnels, jumps, A-frames, and narrow bridges
that a dog completes at top speed aided only by verbal and
body-language commands from a handler. Agility requires
the dog to spring, scramble, weave, and turn on a dime. The
breed is considered naturally agile, and Papillons compete at
both national and international trials. Because many
Papillons have intense drive and natural speed, their tiny
turning radius gives them an edge over larger dogs, and
some Papillons are capable of beating Border Collie speeds on
some courses. At the same time, Papillons excel in
companionship and lap dog sweepstakes, and take it very
seriously.

Others have experienced Papillons as highly companionable—
yet physically active—dogs requiring appropriate
socialization, consistent and monitored exercise, continued
training (which also serves to stimulate their active minds),
and daily, proactive human-to-canine interaction.

(Wikipedia)
Here are some suggestions of what to do with you Papillon:
(Other than showing your dog)
Exercise with your Pap.
  • Take your Pap on a bike ride. Products are available
    that allow you to attach a leash to the bicycle. This
    keeps the dog away from the wheels and helps prevent
    accidents caused by holding the dog's leash in your
    hand on the handlebars.
Jogging: for your and your Paps best health
  • Some owners take their Papss jogging with them,
    which offers great exercise when done safely. Before you
    start running with your Papillon, take it to the
    veterinarian for a complete checkup. Even dogs that
    appear healthy may have a physical problem, such as
    elbow or hip dysplasia, that could worsen with
    strenuous exercise. If you have a very young or older
    Papillon, make sure running won't hurt it.
Hiking/ Walking
  • Take you Pap on a walk, or hike.  A healthy Papillon
    can easily walk with you a 4-5 mile hike.
  • Walking "speedy"30 minutes 4-5 times / week will
    keep your Pap in good balance, out of trouble at home,
    more relaxed and, of course, very happy and ,
  • not to forget.... It will shed pounds off you if needed
    and keep you in a all over good shape!!
Games for your Papillon
  • Teach your Papillon to retrieve.
Fetch games provide hours of fun for both you and your
dog.
Jumping.
Make your own agility or fly ball hurdle by placing a
broom or PVC pipe across two plastic buckets. Hold a treat
on one side, and encourage your Pap to jump over.  
  • Tunnel runniong
Using a nylon pipe tunnel, coax your Pap inside it with
food. Run alongside the tunnel or sit at the other end to
persuade him through. Reward your Papillon with toys or
food at the end.
  • Hide and seek.
Teach tracking skills by showing your Pap a toy and
hiding it in an easy to find location. Once he gets the
hang of the game, ask friends to walk away from your
dog to a hiding place in the yard. Ready or not, here he
comes. As your Pap's  skills improve, have your Papillon
sit with his back turned while everyone else hides
Sports for your Papillon
Fly Ball
Agility Training
Obedience Training