Unfortunately, the Japillon is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Lakeland Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal

Independent
Confident
Intelligent
Bold
Friendly
Trainable

Japillons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Lakeland Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Japillons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Lakeland Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

England

Japanese Chin and Papillon

Old English Wirehaired Terriers, Bedlington Terriers

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

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

Unknown

1700s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Fawn
Silver
White
Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Japillons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Lakeland Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Japillon 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 Lakeland Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 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.

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

Lakeland Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Lakeland Terriers 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
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Eye Problems

Eye examination
Radiographs

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Japillons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Lakeland Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Lakeland Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Japillons require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Lakeland Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Lakeland Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Japillons are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Japillon, it's at least 6 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 Lakeland Terrier, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Japillons 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.

In general most Lakeland Terriers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Japillon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Lakeland Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-9 pound (2 - 4 kg) Japillon feed 0.5 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 15-17 pound (7 - 8 kg) Lakeland Terrier feed 1.3 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 Japillon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Lakeland Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Japillon 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 average per month expenses of a Lakeland Terrier is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 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.

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

Lakeland Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Japillons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Lakeland Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Lakeland Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

Lakeland Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Japillons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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