Playful
Loving
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Reserved

Affectionate
Curious
Playful
Alert
Energetic
Intelligent

English Toy Papillons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Papillon and English Toy Spaniel

African Bush Dog

Unknown

Ancient

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Brown
Pied
Red
Fawn
Sable

White
Black
Brindle
Red

English Toy Papillons have medium-length coats.

Basenjis have short coats.

An English Toy Papillon can have a litter of 3-5 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 Basenji can have a litter of 10-12 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.

English Toy Papillons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Basenjis have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patellar Luxation
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

PRA
Fanconi Syndrome
Basenji Enteropathy

Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

X-Rays
Blood Chemistry

Eye
Dna Test For Pk
Fanconi Urine Test
Full Body Physical Examination

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

Basenji has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

English Toy Papillons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Basenjis are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Toy Papillon, it's at least 8 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 Basenji, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Toy Papillons usually need at least 40 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 Basenjis usually need at least 90 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 English Toy Papillon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Basenji is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) English Toy Papillon 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 22-26 pound (10 - 12 kg) Basenji feed 2.5 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 an English Toy Papillon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Basenji is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Toy Papillon 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 Basenji 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.

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

Basenjis can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

English Toy Papillons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Basenjis are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

English Toy Papillons are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Basenjis are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Basenjis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

English Toy Papillons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Basenjis have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.