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

Happy
Agile
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Paperanians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Italian Papihounds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Avoid Italian Papihounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Papillon, Pomeranian

Papillon and Italian Greyhound

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
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
White

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Black
White
Cream

Paperanians have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Italian Papihounds have medium-length coats.

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.

An Italian Papihound can have a litter of 2-4 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)

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

None Known

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)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram

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

Italian Papihound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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 Italian Papihound, it's at least 9 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 Italian Papihounds 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 Paperanian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Italian Papihound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Italian Papihound 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of an Italian Papihound is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 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 an Italian Papihound 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.

Paperanian is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Italian Papihound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Italian Papihounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Italian Papihounds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.