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- Average Litter Size of Papillon
- Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Papillon Will Have
- How Much Does the Papillon Puppy Weigh at Birth?
- How Big Will a Papillon Puppy Get?
- How Much is a Papillon Puppy
- How Long is a Papillon Pregnant?
- How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Papillon
- Conclusion on Papillon Litter Size
Average Litter Size of Papillon
Researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science did a study where they counted the numbers of puppies in 166 different Papillon birth litters.
From this study, the researchers found that the average number of puppies that Papillons can have is 3 puppies. Also, the Papillon can have as few as 1 puppies per litter and as many as 7 puppies per litter.
See how the litter size of the Papillon compares to that of other dog breeds below:
Read this article to learn about how many puppies dogs have.
Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Papillon Will Have
Papillon Litter Size Predictor
According to the result of the research carried out by researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science, the number of puppies a Papillon will have depends on the following main factors:
- The size of the breed (most important factor): Giant dog breeds tend to have a bigger litter size, while smaller breeds give birth to a smaller number of puppies
- The method of mating: Natural mating results in a larger litter size than artificial insemination.
- The age of the female dog: Check out the chart below to see how many puppies a female Papillon is likely to have at different ages.
According to research, the following factors do not affect litter size:
- The time of the year of the litter was born (season of birth): Although, from the study, litters born in the Spring seem to be larger than litters from other seasons, however, the difference was not of significance.
- The number of times a female dog has given birth in the past (known as parity): The age of the female dog is more important to the extent that it makes parity insignificant.
Based on the important factors that affect litter size, the researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science developed formulas for predicting the litter size of dogs.
We have developed the Papillon litter size calculator above based on their formulas. Use the calculator to predict how many puppies a Papillon will have based on the age, and method of pregnancy for a Papillon
The calculator tells you how many puppies your Papillon will have if your Papillon gets pregnant today. The calculator assumes that the length of pregnancy will be two months.
Note that we are NOT in any way encouraging you to breed your Papillon. Dog breeding requires expertise. If you want to be breeding dogs, get the necessary training. Also, work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a dog.
The table below shows the average litter size to expect from a Papillon at different ages. This table applies to a Papillon that conceives through natural mating.
| Age (Years) | Average Litter Size | Litter Size Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 puppies | 3 to 4 puppies |
| 3 | 4 puppies | 3 to 5 puppies |
| 4 | 4 puppies | 3 to 5 puppies |
| 5 | 4 puppies | 3 to 5 puppies |
| 6 | 4 puppies | 2 to 5 puppies |
| 7 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 8 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 9 | 3 puppies | 1 to 6 puppies |
How Much Does the Papillon Puppy Weigh at Birth?
Veterinarian researchers did a study to find out how much Papillon puppies weigh at birth. These researchers weighed 18 Papillon puppies at birth.
Based on the study of the weight of 18 Papillon puppies, the average weight of the Papillon at birth is 142 grams (5.0 ounces). The birth weight of the Papillon puppy typically ranges from 134 grams (4.7 ounces) to 158 grams (5.6 ounces).
16 ounces equal one pound.
The factors that affect the weight of a Papillon puppy at birth include the size, weight, and age of the mother.
Importantly, research has also shown that female dogs that give birth at ages between 2 and 8 years give birth to puppies that are heavier than puppies birthed by younger or older female dogs.
How Big Will a Papillon Puppy Get?
A Papillon puppy will grow up to weigh around 4 to 9 pounds. Furthermore, a Papillon puppy will grow up to be 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder.
Learn more about Papillon weight and how big Papillons grow here
How Much is a Papillon Puppy
The average price of a Papillon puppy is $1800. The price of a Papillon puppy ranges from $1400 to $2000.
Since the Papillon has an average litter size of 3, therefore a Papillon litter birth is worth $5400.
To learn more about the price of Papillon puppy, check our review on how much Papillon puppy cost, and Papillon buying advice.
How Long is a Papillon Pregnant?
Papillons are pregnant for 63 days on average (2 months) after conception. However, this is an average value. The length of pregnancy in Papillons can range from 58-68 days.
However, note that it is difficult to know the exact day that your Papillon conceives because conception may not happen at the same time that mating happens.
Sperm can live inside a female Papillon for several days after mating before conception occurs.
How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Papillon
To ensure that your Papillon successfully gets pregnant and deliver its puppies, here at the things you can do:
- Feed your Papillon well: A good diet will ensure that your Papillon has the nutrients and the energy it needs to get pregnant and maintain the pregnancy.
- Make sure your Papillon is in good health: Ensure you take your Papillon to the Vet care regularly for checkups, make sure your Papillon gets regular exercise. Also, make sure that your is not overweight or underweight.
To learn how to check if your Papillon is overweight or underweight, check out this resource.
Conclusion on Papillon Litter Size
Papillons can have 3 puppies per litter birth on average. The number of puppies that a Papillon will have depends on factors such as the age of the Papillon and the method of pregnancy (natural or artificial insemination).
Breeding Papillons the right way requires expertise and should be done after sufficient training.
Also, you should work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a Papillon. There are a lot of nuances involved in breeding a dog, which we do not have the time or the space to discuss here.
However, working with a veterinarian will ensure that your Papillon gets the right treatment necessary to make healthy puppies.
The litter size research study that we used for this article was conducted on Papillons in Norway. However, the authors of the research believe that the results can be generalized to other countries that have similar dog management systems as Norway.