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Originally Posted by DamSweet  I think they are gorgeous also - it was between a yorkie and a papillon when I was looking for a fur-baby - and the tri-colored are my favorite. My ex-mother-in-law had one and it was extremely vocal and pretty distructive - but that could have all been in what she was doing - or not doing to correct the issues (typical puppy behavior with an older owner) - just like any fur-baby - it was probably bored. I have no person experience with them - I just think they are one of the cutest breeds out there. |
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Originally Posted by MaddiesMommie My neighbor used to have one and she was *extremly* destructive. However, I have no idea how she was raised and I am sure that has everything to do with their behavior. I think they are adorable. I love the ears! 
How much maintenance do they require? I mean coats, are they always kept long? |
Yes, their minds need to be kept super BUSY or they
will get destructive and find other ways to occupy their mind. They're literally like having a Border Collie. The smarter the dog, the more you have to do with them pretty much, LOL. I belong to another forum where a few people have them and they get 2+ hours of exercise per day in order to be chill around the house. Maybe I'm weird, but I like the driven dogs like that though. It definitely appeals to me, since I'm capable of giving a dog loads of exercise.
Their coats are low maintenance, pretty much. It's not like a Yorkie who needs to go to the groomers so often. I think you just need to brush out a few times a week. They do shed and are considered average-medium shedders, which is something I'd have to get used to!