List Of Small Dog Breeds
Including Toy Dog Breeds And Miniature Dogs

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This list of small dog breeds includes some of the most charming and headstrong little dogs around. Well, when you think about it, they have to make up for their lack of stature by being a bit more forceful and confidant! Plus, most small dogs know they can get by with quite a lot just because they are so cute!

But if you're looking for a cuddly lap dog, do check out the breed characteristics carefully because they're not all couch potatoes. While some of them definitely love to be in your lap, others are so active the only time they use your lap is as a springboard on their way to something more interesting.

Then there's the matter of grooming. Some of the small dogs do have glamorous and abundant coats which means regular appointments at the doggie salon to keep up their appearance. On the other hand, there are a few hairless small dogs or those with easy care coats.

So here's the rundown on the small dogs. Sizewise, they range from very small - like the Chihuahua who has the distinction of being recognised as the smallest dog in the world at an average height of 6"-8" - to dog as tall as the Shetland Sheepdog standing 13-16 inches in height.

While this list is fairly comprehensive, not all the profiles have been completed, so check back often to get the latest updates and additions. In the meantime, click on the links in the list of small dog breeds to get more information about any of them.

List Of Small Dog Breeds

Affenpinscher
American Eskimo Dog
American Hairless Terrier
Australian Terrier
Basenji
Beagle
Bedlington Terrier
Bichon Frise
Bolognese
Border Terrier
Boston Terrier
Brazilian Terrier
BrusselsGriffon
Cairn Terrier
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Cesky Terrier
Chihuahua
Chinese Crested
Cocker Spaniel
Coton De Tulear
Dachshund
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
English Toy Spaniel
French Bulldog
German Hunting Terrier
Glen of Imaal Terrier
Havanese
Italian Greyhound
Japanese Chin
Japanese Spitz
Japanese Terrier
Klein German Spitz
Kyi-Leo
Lakeland Terrier
Lancashire Heeler




Lhasa Apso Dogs
Lowchen
Maltese
Manchester Terrier
Mexican Hairless - Toy size
Miniature Bull Terrier
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Mittel German Spitz
Norfolk Terrier
Norwegian Lundehund
Norwich Terrier
Papillon
Parson Russell Terrier
Patterdale Terrier
Pekingese
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Pomeranian
Poodle - miniature and toy sizes
Prazsky Krysarik
Pug
Rat Terrier
Schipperke
Scottish Terrier
Sealyham Terrier
Shetland Sheepdog
Shiba Inu
Shih-Tzu Dogs
Silky Terrier
Skye Terrier
Smooth Fox Terrier
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Swedish Vallhund
Tibetan Spaniel
Tibetan Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Welsh Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Xoloitzcuintle
Yorkshire Terrier

As you take a closer look at the profiles of the pets included in this list of small dog breeds, you will get a better idea of how they might fit into your family situation.

Some of the really little dogs understandably don't like to be mishandled by young children and may do better in an adult environment. Others are tough enough to fit in anywhere, but don't like to be left alone.

Some have a reputation as barkers and may not be the best for apartment living.

Exercise is another factor to consider especially if you have a busy life. All of these dogs need a daily walk or two, but some like the Wire Fox Terrier or the Parson Russell Terrier aka Jack Russell, are very active and need more extensive exercise to use up their energy.

Related Pages:

Other dog breed groups:

• Sporting Dog Group - They love the great outdoors!
• Hounds - An interesting and talented dog group
• Working Dog Group - They like to be kept busy.
• Terrier Dog Group - Lively, Fun and Smart!
• Non-Sporting Dog Group - Oh, I'll bet they'll play a game with you!
• Herding Dog Group - They love to round'em up!
• Miscellaneous Dog Group

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