Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful

Affectionate
Courageous
Gentle
Going
Alert
Energetic
Loving
Social

Papichons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

American Bulldogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Papichons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Choose an American Bulldog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

United States

Bichon Frise, Papillon

English Bulldog, Old English Bulldog, Bull Terrier

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®

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog Club
Animal Research Foundation
American Rare Breed Association
American Bulldog Association
National American Bulldog Association
John D Johnson Bulldog Registry
American Bulldog Club Of Canada
All American Bulldog Club

Unknown

17th Century

Brown
Amber

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Brown
Sable
Red
Black

Brown
Black
Brindle
Fawn
White
Red

Papichons have medium-length coats.

American Bulldogs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Papichon 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 American Bulldog 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.

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

American Bulldogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Papichon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

American Bulldogs are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Bladder Stones and Infections

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Allergies
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cherry Eye
Thyroid
Kidney Problems
Ichthyosis
Bone Cancer

Ultrasound
Blood And Urine Analysis
Full Physical Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electroretinogram
ACTH Test

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Hip and Elbow X-rays
DNA

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

American Bulldog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Papichons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

American Bulldogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

American Bulldogs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Papichons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

American Bulldog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Chase, Catch, Hide and seek, Walk, Go Camping, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Nap, Fetch, High Five, Shake, Play

Fetch, Car rides, Running, Walk, Run, Tug-of-war, Sleeping, Chase the ball

Papichons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

American Bulldogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Papichon, it's at least 7 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 American Bulldog, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Papichons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Papichon 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 60-120 pound (27 - 54 kg) American Bulldog feed 4 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 a Papichon is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of an American Bulldog is somewhere $4.20 - $7.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Papichon is between $36 - $39. This makes an average of $432 - $468 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 American Bulldog is between $42 - $70. This makes an average of $504 - $840 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.

Papichon is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

American Bulldogs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

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

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

Papichons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

American Bulldogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Papichons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Papichons are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

American Bulldogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Papichons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

American Bulldogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.