Happy
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Spirited

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

Toy Fo-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Papillon and Brussels Griffon

Toy Fox Terrier and Shih Tzu

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

1990s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White
Fawn
Brown
Brindle
Gray
Gray
Sable

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
White
Brindle
Silver

Papigriffons have medium-length coats.

Toy Fo-Tzus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Papigriffon can have a litter of 2-4 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 Toy Fo-Tzu can have a litter of 2-6 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.

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lens Luxation
Eye Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Hypoglycemia
Eye Problems

Otitis Externa
Allergies
Eye Disease
Hyperthyroidism
Cleft Lift or Palate

Eye Examination
Ultrasound
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Ophthalmic Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
Electroretinogram (ERG)
Biochemistry Panel Tests
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Eye
Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
DNA for VWD
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Papigriffon, 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 Toy Fo-Tzu, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Papigriffons usually need at least 60 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 Toy Fo-Tzus usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Papigriffons 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 Toy Fo-Tzu requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Papigriffon should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Toy Fo-Tzu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Papigriffon feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 6-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Toy Fo-Tzu feed 0.7 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 Papigriffon is somewhere $1.40 - $3.50 per day.

The average cost of a Toy Fo-Tzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Papigriffon is between $36 - $45. This makes an average of $432 - $540 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 Toy Fo-Tzu 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 Papigriffon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Toy Fo-Tzus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Papigriffons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Toy Fo-Tzus are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

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

Toy Fo-Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Toy Fo-Tzus are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.