Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Happy
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable

Corkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Corkies aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Papigriffons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Cocker Spaniel, Yorkie

Papillon and Brussels Griffon

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

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

2000

1990s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Sable
White
Cream
Red
Blue
Silver
Brown
Black

White
Fawn
Brown
Brindle
Gray
Gray
Sable

Corkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Papigriffons have medium-length coats.

A Corkie can have a litter of 4-6 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 Papigriffon 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.

Corkies typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Ectropion
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Lip Fold Pyoderma

Hypoglycemia
Eye Problems

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

Eye Examination
Ultrasound
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Ophthalmic Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
Electroretinogram (ERG)
Biochemistry Panel Tests
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Corkies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Papigriffons 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 Corkie, it's at least 8 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 Papigriffon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Papigriffon 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Corkie feed 2 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 6-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Papigriffon feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Corkie is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Papigriffon is somewhere $1.40 - $3.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Corkie is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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 Papigriffon is between $36 - $45. This makes an average of $432 - $540 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Corkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Papigriffon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Corkies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Corkies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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