Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

Active
Loving
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Fearless
Good-natured
Spirited

Paperanians aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Confetti Australian Shepherds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Papillon, Pomeranian

Australian Shepherd, Miniature Schnauzer

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
White

Black
Red
Gray
Silver

Paperanians have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Confetti Australian Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Paperanian can have a litter of 2-5 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 Confetti Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 6-9 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.

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Atopic Dermatitis
Cushing's Disease

Complete Blood Profile
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

Blood Test
Physical Examination
Cutaneous cytology
Radiographs
Urinalysis
Joint Fluid Sample
ACTH Stimulation Test
Intradermal Injection Test

Paperanians are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Confetti Australian Shepherds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Paperanian has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Confetti Australian Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Paperanians need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Confetti Australian Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Paperanian dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Confetti Australian Shepherds are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Walk, Run, Fetch, Hike, Tag, Tricks, Watching tv, Car trips, Chase, Tug-of-war, Cuddling, Training, Walks, Play fights, Food, Hide & Seek, Run & catch, Play, Cuddles, Run and catch, Swim

Dog Parks, Hike, Kayaking

Paperanians are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Confetti Australian Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Paperanian, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Confetti Australian Shepherd, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Paperanians 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 Confetti Australian Shepherds usually need at least 80 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 Paperanian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Confetti Australian Shepherds 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.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherd 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 3-10 pound (1 - 5 kg) Paperanian feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 15-30 pound (7 - 14 kg) Confetti Australian Shepherd feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Confetti Australian Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Paperanian 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 Confetti Australian Shepherd is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Paperanian is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Confetti Australian Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Paperanians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Confetti Australian Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Paperanians are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Confetti Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Paperanians are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Confetti Australian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.