Quick Links: Table of Contents
- King Shepherd Versus Papillon: Introduction
- King Shepherd versus Papillon: Overview
- King Shepherd versus Papillon: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the King Shepherd and the Papillon
- The Similarities Between the King Shepherd and the Papillon
- Size (Weight and Height) of King Shepherd versus Papillon
- Lifespan of King Shepherd versus Papillon
- Temperament of the Papillon Versus the King Shepherd
- Price of King Shepherd versus Price of Papillon
- Tolerates Being Alone: King Shepherd versus Papillon
- Do King Shepherds shed more than Papillons?
- Which one drools more, the King Shepherd or the Papillon
- Which is Easier to Groom, the King Shepherd or the Papillon?
- Does the King Shepherd Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Papillon?
- Do King Shepherds Bark and Howl? What about Papillons?
- Can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: King Shepherd vs. Papillon
- Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Papillons Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the King Shepherd or the Papillon?
- Are King Shepherds good family dogs? What about Papillons?
- How Kid-friendly are King Shepherds and Papillons?
- Is the King Shepherd Easier to Train than the Papillon?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papillon
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: King Shepherd versus Papillon. Which One is a Better Pet?
King Shepherd Versus Papillon: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the King Shepherd and the Papillon? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the King Shepherd and the Papillon better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the King Shepherd and the Papillon.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the King Shepherd and the Papillon is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the King Shepherd and for the Papillon. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the King Shepherd and the Papillon.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the King Shepherd or the Papillon.
King Shepherd versus Papillon: Overview
A very important difference between the King Shepherd and the Papillon is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The King Shepherd is a giant-sized dog while the Papillon is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the King Shepherd belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
On the other hand, the Papillon belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
King Shepherd versus Papillon: Comparison Table
The table below compares the King Shepherd to the Papillon based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the King Shepherd and the Papillon
| Factor | King Shepherd | Papillon |
|---|---|---|
| Life Span | 10 to 11 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 25 to 31 inches | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 75 to 150 pounds | 4 to 9 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 10.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1560 | $1800 |
| Price Range | $700 – $2500 | $1400 – $2000 |
| Temperament Score | 100.0 percent | 82.3 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the King Shepherd in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Papillon. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the King Shepherd is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Papillon is 89 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papillon is a better pet than the King Shepherd. So, you should get the Papillon!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the King Shepherd and the Papillon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the King Shepherd and the Papillon
Below is a list of where the King Shepherd and the Papillon are most different:
The Similarities Between the King Shepherd and the Papillon
The King Shepherd and the Papillon are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the King Shepherd and the Papillon are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of King Shepherd versus Papillon
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the King Shepherd and the Papillon.
King Shepherds weigh 75 to 150 pounds when fully grown. King Shepherds are 25 to 31 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Papillons weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Papillons are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of King Shepherd versus Papillon
The lifespan of King Shepherds is between 10 to 11 years . The average lifespan of King Shepherds is 10.5 years.
The lifespan of Papillons is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Papillons is 14.0 years.
Papillons live longer than King Shepherds.
Temperament of the Papillon Versus the King Shepherd
The King Shepherd has a better temperament than the Papillon.
This is because the temperament score for the King Shepherd is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Papillon is 82.3 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the King Shepherd has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 82.3 percent, the Papillon has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the King Shepherd and the Papillon by measuring the temperaments of 1 King Shepherds and 96 Papillons.
Price of King Shepherd versus Price of Papillon
The average price of the King Shepherd puppy is $1560. The price of the King Shepherd typically ranges from $700 – $2500. However, the price of a King Shepherd can be as low as $150 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 34 King Shepherd puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Papillon puppy is $1800. The price of the Papillon typically ranges from $1400 – $2000. However, the price of the Papillon can be as low as $700 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 108 Papillon puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Papillon is more expensive than the King Shepherd.
| King Shepherd | Papillon | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1560 | $1800 |
| Price Range | $700 to $2500 | $1400 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the King Shepherd and Papillon. For different price points, the charts show how many King Shepherd puppies or how many Papillon puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of King Shepherds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Papillons
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the King Shepherd puppy or the Papillon puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: King Shepherd versus Papillon
King Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Papillons do not like to be left alone.
Do King Shepherds shed more than Papillons?
King Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Papillons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the King Shepherd or the Papillon
King Shepherds have a very high tendency to drool.
Papillons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the King Shepherd or the Papillon?
King Shepherds are very easy to groom.
Papillons are moderately easy to groom.
Does the King Shepherd Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Papillon?
King Shepherds have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Papillons have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do King Shepherds Bark and Howl? What about Papillons?
King Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Papillons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather?
King Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Papillons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: King Shepherd vs. Papillon
King Shepherds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Papillons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Papillons Tolerate Hot Weather?
King Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Papillons can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the King Shepherd or the Papillon?
King Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Papillons get along very well with other dogs.
Are King Shepherds good family dogs? What about Papillons?
King Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Papillons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are King Shepherds and Papillons?
King Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Papillons get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the King Shepherd Easier to Train than the Papillon?
King Shepherds are very easy to train.
Papillons are very easy to train.
Is the King Shepherd Better for Apartment Owners than the Papillon?
King Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.
Papillons adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the King Shepherd or the Papillon?
King Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Papillons are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the King Shepherd that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the King Shepherd:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papillon
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papillon that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Papillon:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the King Shepherd and how the Papillon compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the King Shepherd and of the Papillon to other breeds:
King Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
King Shepherd versus Pyrenean Shepherd King Shepherd versus Canaan Dog King Shepherd versus Belgian Sheepdog King Shepherd versus Welsh Terrier King Shepherd versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog King Shepherd versus Lhasa Apso King Shepherd versus Shiranian King Shepherd versus Catahoula Leopard Dog King Shepherd versus Scottish Deerhound King Shepherd versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog King Shepherd versus Biewer Terrier King Shepherd versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog King Shepherd versus American Water Spaniel King Shepherd versus English Setter King Shepherd versus Australian Terrier King Shepherd versus Dutch Shepherd King Shepherd versus Bedlington Terrier King Shepherd versus Carolina Dog King Shepherd versus Finnish Spitz King Shepherd versus Italian Greyhound King Shepherd versus Welsh Terrier King Shepherd versus Lowchen King Shepherd versus Flat-Coated Retriever King Shepherd versus Pomsky King Shepherd versus Pomsky
Papillon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Papillon versus Curly-Coated Retriever Papillon versus Scottish Terrier Papillon versus Toy Fox Terrier Papillon versus Norwegian Lundehund Papillon versus Shihpoo Papillon versus Azawakh Papillon versus Bernese Mountain Dog Papillon versus Westiepoo Papillon versus Great Dane Papillon versus Toy Fox Terrier Papillon versus Portuguese Water Dog Papillon versus Irish Wolfhound Papillon versus Berger Picard Papillon versus Labradoodle Papillon versus Golden Cocker Retriever Papillon versus Shihpoo Papillon versus Pekingese Papillon versus Bichon Frise Papillon versus Shichon Papillon versus Coton de Tulear Papillon versus Catahoula Bulldog Papillon versus Akbash Papillon versus Tibetan Spaniel Papillon versus Peek A Poo Papillon versus Golden Cocker Retriever
Conclusion: King Shepherd versus Papillon. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the King Shepherd and the Papillon better suits you and your family.