Hair / Shedding

Papillons do shed....twice / year
But since Papillons have a "single coat" ( no
under coat), they shed a little less than those
dogs with a "double coat".
You will have less of a problem by brushing
your dog regularly. This way you catch most
of his hair .
If your Papillon get stressed (Bitches post
whelping, health problems, insufficient diet)
loose also hair besides their regular shedding
time. Hair loss and Shedding should be
differentiated.

How long will his coat be....?
The length of the Papillons hair is developed mostly depending on his genes, but also on his
food, health, environment, grooming, and, sable/red colored Papis seem to get less ear fringe.
Spay and neutered dogs grow also a better hair coat.
Look at his pedigree to evaluate the length of hair coat his parents, grandparents have.
Genes do not "blend" or mingle. If mom is short coated, dad is long coated, then your puppy
may get the short coat from mom. (or long coat from dad)
Feed a wholesome diet, not a diet packed with "fillers", and very little nutrients.
Use a little "spritz" (water) when brushing. Gently brush, or otherwise you will break his hair,
or even pull it out; especially his ear fringe.
Also warmer climates will produce less hair coat than if you would live in cooler climates.

Papillons will start to grow their adult
hair coat at about 7-8 months of age.
At about 15 months they will make
another slight change to get their final
look.
It takes quite some time to grow all their
beautiful hair coat, especially those ear
fringes.
So, be patient and don't assume your dog
is not getting that nice desired long coat!

Hair / Shedding