Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Clever
Stubborn
Obedient

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

Texas Heelers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Papitese if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Texas Heelers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Papillon, Maltese

Australian Shepherd and Australian Cattle Dog

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 Hybrid Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Animal Research Foundation

Unknown

1970s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Silver
Black
Brown
Fawn

Fawn
Blue
Black

Papiteses have medium-length coats.

Texas Heelers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Papitese can have a litter of 3-5 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 Texas Heeler can have a litter of 13-15 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.

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

Texas Heelers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Texas Heelers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Portosystemic Shunt
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Distichiasis
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Food Allergies

Deafness
Cataracts
Epilepsy

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Blood Analysis
Hearing Tests
Full Body Physical Examination

Papiteses' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

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

Texas Heeler has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Papiteses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Texas Heelers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Papitese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Fetch, Everythimg, Dog Parks

Fetch, Road trip, Dog Parks, Shopping, Walk, Swim, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Running, Training, Cuddles, Herding, Run, Walking, Cuddling, Tricks, Playdate, Run outside, Walks, Playing, Barking, Water, Digging, Eating Snacks, Bath time, Hiking, Snacking, Swimming, Learning tricks, Snuggles

Papiteses are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Texas Heelers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Papitese, it's at least 5 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 Texas Heeler, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Papiteses 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 Texas Heelers usually need at least 90 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 Papitese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Texas Heeler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Texas Heeler 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

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Papitese feed 1 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 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Texas Heeler feed 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 Papitese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Texas Heeler is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Papitese 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 Texas Heeler is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Papitese is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Texas Heelers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Texas Heelers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Texas Heelers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

Papiteses are highly friendly around strangers.

Texas Heelers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Papiteses are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Texas Heelers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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