The Papillon dog originated a very long time ago – in the 16th century in France. She became very popular among the nobility and aristocrats in Europe.
#1 The birthplace of the Papillons is France.
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#2 The name of these dogs is translated as “butterfly”, all because of the unusual and very attractive dog ears, which resemble the outlines of the wings of a butterfly.
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#3 These dogs were still continental toy spaniels, which were extremely popular back in the 15th century, tried to acquire such a magnificent four-legged fluffy.
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