Newfoundland versus Papillon. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Newfoundland Versus Papillon: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland and the Papillon.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland or the Papillon.

Newfoundland versus Papillon

Newfoundland versus Papillon: Overview

A very important difference between the Newfoundland and the Papillon is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Newfoundland is a giant-sized dog while the Papillon is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Newfoundland belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

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.

Newfoundland versus Papillon: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland and the Papillon

Factor Newfoundland Papillon
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
General Health 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 3/5
Weight 100 to 150 pounds 4 to 9 pounds
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 3/5
Height 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 5 inches tall at the sho 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 5/5
Life Span 8 to 10 years 12 to 16 years
Average Lifespan 9.0 years 14.0 years
Average Price $2160 $1800
Price Range $1875 – $2500 $1400 – $2000
Temperament Score 87.5 percent 82.3 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Cystinuria
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • OFA Website
  • Eye Examination- recommend screening every 2 years
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 37 49
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 34 8

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland is 73 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 Newfoundland. 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 Newfoundland and the Papillon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Newfoundland versus Papillon

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Newfoundland and the Papillon

    Below is a list of where the Newfoundland and the Papillon are most different:

  • Newfoundlands do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Papillons adapt well to apartment living.
  • Newfoundlands can tolerate cold weather. However, Papillons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Newfoundlands shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Papillons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Newfoundlands have a very high tendency to drool. However, Papillons do not have the tendency to drool.
  • The Similarities Between the Newfoundland and the Papillon

    The Newfoundland and the Papillon are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Newfoundland and the Papillon are most similar:

  • Both the Newfoundland and the Papillon do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Papillon require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Papillon are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Papillon get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Papillon are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Papillon gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Papillon are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Papillon have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Papillon are very playful.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Papillon are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Newfoundland and the Papillon are very easy to train.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Newfoundland versus Papillon

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Newfoundland and the Papillon.

    Newfoundlands weigh 100 to 150 pounds when fully grown. Newfoundlands are 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 5 inches tall at the sho 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 Newfoundland versus Papillon

    The lifespan of Newfoundlands is between 8 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Newfoundlands is 9.0 years.

    The lifespan of Papillons is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Papillons is 14.0 years.

    Papillons live longer than Newfoundlands.

    Newfoundland versus Papillon

    Temperament of the Papillon Versus the Newfoundland

    The Newfoundland has a better temperament than the Papillon.

    This is because the temperament score for the Newfoundland is 87.5 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 87.5 percent, the Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland and the Papillon by measuring the temperaments of 176 Newfoundlands and 96 Papillons.

    Price of Newfoundland versus Price of Papillon

    The average price of the Newfoundland puppy is $2160. The price of the Newfoundland typically ranges from $1875 – $2500. However, the price of a Newfoundland can be as low as $350 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 204 Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland is more expensive than the Papillon.

    Newfoundland Papillon
    Average Price $2160 $1800
    Price Range $1875 to $2500 $1400 to $2000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Newfoundland and Papillon. For different price points, the charts show how many Newfoundland puppies or how many Papillon puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Newfoundlands. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Newfoundlands. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Papillons

    A breakdown of the prices of Papillons

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Newfoundland 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.

    Newfoundland versus Papillon

    The Intelligence of the Newfoundland versus the Intelligence of the Papillon

    Newfoundland Papillon
    Intelligence Rank 34 out of 130 dog breeds 8 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After Fewer Than 5 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Newfoundland has an obedience intelligence rank of 34 out of 130 dog breeds. The Newfoundland belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Newfoundlands tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The Papillon has an obedience intelligence rank of 8 out of 130 dog breeds. The Papillon belongs to the `Brightest Dogs` category. This means that Papillons tend to learn new commands after fewer than 5 repetitions.

    The Papillon is more intelligent than the Newfoundland.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Newfoundland versus Popularity of Papillon

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Newfoundland and the Papillon over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Newfoundland is more popular with dog owners than the Papillon. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Newfoundland is 37 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Papillon is 49 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Newfoundland

    Popularity of Newfoundland

    Popularity of Papillon

    Popularity of Papillon

    Year Newfoundland Popularity Rank Papillon Popularity Rank
    2013 37 38
    2014 37 43
    2015 37 48
    2016 35 53
    2017 36 53
    2018 40 54
    2019 40 53
    2020 41 53

    Health Problems of Newfoundland versus Health Problems of Papillon

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Newfoundland and the Papillon are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Newfoundland is prone to more genetic health problems than the Papillon.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Newfoundland than for the Papillon.

    5 health tests are recommended for Newfoundland while 2 tests are recommended for the Papillon.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Newfoundlands and in Papillons.

    Newfoundland Health Problems

    Newfoundlands are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Newfoundland puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Newfoundland puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Newfoundland breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Newfoundlands for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Cystinuria
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • OFA Website
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Newfoundlands here.

    Papillon Health Problems

    Papillons are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Papillon puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Papillon puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Papillon breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Papillons for:

  • Eye Examination- recommend screening every 2 years
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Papillons here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Newfoundlands and Papillons

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Newfoundland Breed is Shoulder problems.

    This is because the Newfoundland ranks 1 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 129 Newfoundlands, 13 of them had Shoulder problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Newfoundlands, and how common these diseases are in Newfoundlands relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Shoulder problems: Rank 1 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 15 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 28 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 33 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 36 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 48 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 78 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 101 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 122 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Papillon Breed is Patella problems.

    This is because the Papillon ranks 55 out of 145 dog breeds for Patella problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 2362 Papillons, 70 of them had Patella problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Papillons, and how common these diseases are in Papillons relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Patella problems: Rank 55 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 67 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 148 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Newfoundland and in Papillon and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Newfoundland and the Papillon:

    Disease Newfoundland Rank Papillon Rank
    Shoulder problems 1 out of 22 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 15 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 28 out of 198 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 33 out of 159 dog breeds 67 out of 159 dog breeds
    Advanced Cardiac problems 36 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 48 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 78 out of 182 dog breeds 148 out of 182 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 101 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 122 out of 145 dog breeds 55 out of 145 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Newfoundland versus Papillon

    Newfoundlands do not like to be left alone.

    Papillons do not like to be left alone.

    Do Newfoundlands shed more than Papillons?

    Newfoundlands 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 Newfoundland or the Papillon

    Newfoundlands have a very high tendency to drool.

    Papillons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Newfoundland or the Papillon?

    Newfoundlands require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Papillons are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Newfoundland Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Papillon?

    Newfoundlands 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.

    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 Newfoundlands Bark and Howl? What about Papillons?

    Newfoundlands are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Papillons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Newfoundlands Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Newfoundlands can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Papillons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Newfoundland vs. Papillon

    Newfoundlands 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 Newfoundlands Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Papillons Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Newfoundlands cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Papillons can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Newfoundland or the Papillon?

    Newfoundlands get along very well with other dogs.

    Papillons get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Newfoundlands good family dogs? What about Papillons?

    Newfoundlands 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 Newfoundlands and Papillons?

    Newfoundlands get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Papillons get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Newfoundland Easier to Train than the Papillon?

    Newfoundlands are very easy to train.

    Papillons are very easy to train.

    Is the Newfoundland Better for Apartment Owners than the Papillon?

    Newfoundlands do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Papillons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Newfoundland or the Papillon?

    Newfoundlands are OK for new dog owners.

    Papillons are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Newfoundland

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland:

  • Golden Retriever (71 percent match with Newfoundland). Here is our comparison of the Papillon vs Golden Retriever.
  • Saint Bernard (68 percent match with Newfoundland). Here is our comparison of the Papillon vs Saint Bernard.
  • Bernese Mountain Dog (79 percent match with Newfoundland). Here is our comparison of the Papillon vs Bernese Mountain Dog.
  • 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:

  • Bichon Frise (78 percent match with Papillon). Here is our comparison of the Newfoundland vs Bichon Frise.
  • Cavachon (78 percent match with Papillon). Here is our comparison of the Newfoundland vs Cavachon.
  • Havanese (79 percent match with Papillon). Here is our comparison of the Newfoundland vs Havanese.
  • Papipoo (86 percent match with Papillon). Here is our comparison of the Newfoundland vs Papipoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Newfoundland and how the Papillon compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Newfoundland and of the Papillon to other breeds:

    Newfoundland Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Papillon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Papillon versus Lancashire Heeler     Papillon versus Scottish Terrier     Papillon versus Bichon Frise     Papillon versus Biewer Terrier     Papillon versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Papillon versus Tibetan Spaniel     Papillon versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Papillon versus Chinese Crested     Papillon versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Papillon versus Yorkipoo     Papillon versus Welsh Terrier     Papillon versus Whippet     Papillon versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Papillon versus Papipoo     Papillon versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Papillon versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Papillon versus Shiba Inu     Papillon versus Miniature Pinscher     Papillon versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Papillon versus Labradoodle     Papillon versus Basset Hound     Papillon versus Airedale Terrier     Papillon versus Sealyham Terrier     Papillon versus Vizsla     Papillon versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     

    Conclusion: Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland and the Papillon better suits you and your family.