What should you do with Papillon's ears?

What should you do with Papillon's ears?

• A. Clip
• B. Trim
• C. Leave them completely natural
• D. Shape

Answer: (C)

Papillons are defined by their large, erect ears with long feathering, giving a distinctive butterfly-like silhouette. Grooming should enhance that natural look rather than change it. Clipping, trimming, or shaping the ears would alter their characteristic shape and fringe, potentially misrepresenting the breed and affecting show standards. So the best approach is to leave the ears completely natural, preserving the breed’s signature appearance. If needed for hygiene, only minimal care around the ear opening is done, without altering the ear shape or length.

Papillons are defined by their large, erect ears with long feathering, giving a distinctive butterfly-like silhouette. Grooming should enhance that natural look rather than change it. Clipping, trimming, or shaping the ears would alter their characteristic shape and fringe, potentially misrepresenting the breed and affecting show standards. So the best approach is to leave the ears completely natural, preserving the breed’s signature appearance. If needed for hygiene, only minimal care around the ear opening is done, without altering the ear shape or length.