The word papillon, meaning “butterfly,” refers to the breed’s fringed upright ears, which resemble a butterfly’s outspread wings. (4/15) by Judy Powell October 21, 2020, 6:52 am Credit Judy Powell 0 Previous 4/15 Next View full list See more Previous article Old English Sheepdogs have been featured in popular culture. Next article This is a long-lived breed. It’s common for Papillons to live well into their teens, and if you’re considering purchasing one you should take that into consideration. The dog will be a member of your family for years to come. Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.