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Types of Little Dogs

Affenpinscher​
Affenpinscher​

The Affenpinscher is a balanced, wiry-haired terrier-like toy dog whose intelligence and demeanor make him a good house pet. Originating in Germany, the name Affenpinscher means “monkey-like terrier.”

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Australian ​Silky Terrier​
Australian ​Silky Terrier​

The Silky Terrier sheds little to no hair and is often a dog good for those with allergies. Origin The Silky Terrier was created in the late 1800s by crossing the Yorkshire Terrier with the Australian Terrier.

Bichon Frise​
Bichon Frise​

More traits and characteristics of the Bichon Frise. If I was considering a Bichon Frise, I would be most concerned about... Grooming. Bichon Frise coat care is a major responsibility. They require weekly brushing and combing, and also clipping and trimming every 6-8 weeks. Otherwise their coat keeps growing and turns into a matted mass.

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Bolognese ​dog​
Bolognese ​dog​

The Bolognese belongs to a related family of dogs that include the Bichon Frise, Maltese, Havanese, and Coton de Tulear. These breeds have a similar appearance and very similar temperaments. Of the group, some breeders believe that the Bolognese is the brightest thinker and problem solver.

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Boston Terrier​
Boston Terrier​

It is difficult to believe that these stylish, little dogs were once tough pit-fighters. In fact, their weight classifications were once divided as lightweight, middle and heavyweight. Originating in the city of Boston, Massachusetts, the Boston Terrier is one of the few breeds developed in the USA.

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Cavalier King ​Charles Spaniel​
Cavalier King ​Charles Spaniel​

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is an eager, affectionate and happy dog, always seeming to be wagging its tail. Outgoing and sportive, these fearless lively little dogs are eager and willing to please.

Chihuahua​
Chihuahua​

In a 1520 letter, Hernan Cortés wrote that the Aztecs raised and sold the little dogs as food. Colonial records refer to small, nearly hairless dogs at the beginning of the 19th century, one of which claims 16th-century Conquistadores found them plentiful in the region later known as Chihuahua.

Chinese ​Crested Dog​
Chinese ​Crested Dog​

The Chinese crested dog is a hairless breed of dog. ... This breed is considered small; ... All Hairless Chinese crested dogs have the ability to produce ...

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Coton de ​Tulear​
Coton de ​Tulear​

Sweet and cuddly dog breed with a clownish personality, the Coton de Tulear is always ready for a good time. This smart little dog with the cottony coat originated in Madagascar and is related to the Bichon Frise and the Maltese.

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Dachshund​
Dachshund​

Contrary to popular belief, small size doesn't necessarily an apartment dog make — plenty of small dogs are too high-energy and yappy for life in a high-rise. Being quiet, low energy, fairly calm indoors, and polite with the other residents, are all good qualities in an apartment dog.

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Griffon ​Bruxellois​
Griffon ​Bruxellois​

Griffon-type dogs were well known in Europe for centuries. In Van Eyck’s celebrated 1434 portrait of the “Arnolfini Couple,” we glimpse a distant ancestor of the Griff. It’s a small, griffon-type dog with a longer muzzle than today’s flatter-faced, pouty-lipped version.

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Havanese ​dog​
Havanese ​dog​

The Havanese, a breed of Bichon type, is the national dog of Cuba, developed from the now extinct Blanquito de la Habana ("little white dog of Havana"). The Blanquito descended from the also now extinct Bichon Tenerife.

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Japanese ​Chin​
Japanese ​Chin​

Japanese Chin require a lower amount of exercise compared to other breeds but they do enjoy a daily walk or play in the yard. Japanese Chin don't like being parted from their people, and separation anxiety is a common problem in the breed. To get a healthy dog, never buy a puppy from an irresponsible breeder, puppy mill, or pet store.

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Lhasa Apso​
Lhasa Apso​

The Lhasa Apso dog breed is originally from Tibet, where he was a highly regarded watchdog in the palaces and monasteries of his mountainous homeland. Today’s Lhasa is no longer a palace guard but primarily a family companion who loyally protects his family from danger. Though small in stature, the Lhasa is a sturdy and independent dog.

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Little Lion dog​
Little Lion dog​

The Löwchen or Little Lion Dog (German: Löwchen, "little lion"; French: Petit chien lion, "little lion dog") is a breed of dog. A small dog, they are considered by some registries as a toy dog and by the American Kennel Club as a non-sporting dog.

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Maltese dog​
Maltese dog​

Maltese are generally healthy little dogs, and responsible breeders screen their stock for health conditions such as deafness, hypoglycemia, collapsing trachea, pyloric stenosis, luxating patella, eye issues, and liver shunt.

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Maltipoo​
Maltipoo​

The Maltipoo was created to be a small-breed companion dog for allergy sufferers. Whether he's really hypoallergenic is up for debate; every dog is different in the amount of allergens he produces, but in any case, he's a charming ball of fluff with a growing popularity.

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Manchester ​Terrier​
Manchester ​Terrier​

The short, shiny black and tan coat is easy to care for, requiring almost no grooming. This is an easy-care breed. The Manchester Terrier is an average shedder, while the Toy Manchester Terrier sheds little to no hair. Keep the ear passages clean and the claws short. Origin. The Manchester Terrier is the oldest known terrier breed.

Miniature ​Pinscher​
Miniature ​Pinscher​

The Miniature Pinscher dog breed was originally bred in Germany to hunt vermin, primarily rats, in homes and stables. Many people think that the Miniature Pinscher was developed by breeding Dobermans to progressively smaller sizes, and indeed, the Miniature Pinscher looks similar to a Doberman. However, the Min Pin is a distinct and much older breed.

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Papillon dog​
Papillon dog​

Contrary to popular belief, small size doesn't necessarily an apartment dog make — plenty of small dogs are too high-energy and yappy for life in a high-rise. Being quiet, low energy, fairly calm indoors, and polite with the other residents, are all good qualities in an apartment dog.

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Pekapoo​
Pekapoo​

The Peekapoo does well children, other dogs and pets, as long as he is socialized from an early age. Weight There are no breed standards for the Peekapoo, but you can see a range of sizes in this hybrid dog.

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Pekingese​
Pekingese​

Pekingese is a very brave little dog, sensitive, independent and extremely affectionate with its master. These adorable dogs can make wonderful companions. If overfed, the Pekingese will quickly become overweight. This breed makes a good watchdog. The Pekingese may be difficult to housebreak.

Pomeranian​
Pomeranian​

The Pomeranian (often known as a Pom) is a breed of dog of the Spitz type that is named for the Pomerania region in north-west Poland and north-east Germany in Central Europe. Classed as a toy dog breed because of its small size, the Pomeranian is descended from the larger Spitz-type dogs, specifically the German Spitz.

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Poodle​
Poodle​

The Poodle is a wonderful companion for kids, although young kids who don't know how to handle a dog could accidentally hurt a Toy Poodle, the smallest and most delicate variety of the breed. As with every breed, you should always teach children how to approach and touch dogs, and always supervise any interactions between dogs and young children to prevent any biting or ear or tail pulling on the part of either party.

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Pug​
Pug​

The Pug, often called the Pug Dog, is an ancient breed that can be traced back some 2,000 years. The emperors of ancient China had a preference for flat-faced toy dogs—the Pekingese, Shih Tzu, and Pug were all developed as refined pets of the emperor, his family, and members of the imperial court.

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Rat Terrier​
Rat Terrier​

The Rat Terrier is an American dog breed with a background as a farm dog and hunting companion. Traditionally more of a type than a breed, they share much ancestry with the small hunting dogs known as feists.

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Shiba Inu​
Shiba Inu​

The Shiba Inu (柴犬, Japanese: [ɕiba̠ inɯ̟ᵝ]) is the smallest of the six original and distinct spitz breeds of dog from Japan. A small, agile dog that copes very well with mountainous terrain, the Shiba Inu was originally bred for hunting.

Shih Tzu​
Shih Tzu​

His name means little lion, but there’s nothing fierce about this dog breed. The Shih Tzu is a lover, not a hunter. Bred solely to be a companion, the Shih Tzu is an affectionate, happy, outgoing housedog who loves nothing more than to follow his people from room to room. In recent years, however ...

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Smooth Fox ​Terrier​
Smooth Fox ​Terrier​

Fox Terrier Smooth Coat; Pronunciation. smooth fahks TAIR-ee-uhr. Your browser does not support the audio tag. Description. The Smooth Fox Terrier is a medium-sized dog. The skull is flat, moderately narrowing to the eyes. The stop is slight. The muzzle gradually tapers to the black nose. The teeth should meet in a scissors bite.

Toy Fox ​Terrier​
Toy Fox ​Terrier​

The Toy Fox Terrier may be physically small, but this is a robust, little terrier that retains all the passion of its Fox Terrier ancestors. The breed is tough and bright, and can be stubborn without proper leadership from his owners. Curious and active, the Toy Fox Terrier keeps its young spirit throughout its life.

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Toy Poodle​
Toy Poodle​

The Toy and Miniature Poodle varieties were bred down from larger dogs, today known as Standard Poodles. In the 18th century smaller poodles became popular with royal people. The three official sizes are the Toy, Miniature and Standard Poodle.

Yorkipoo​
Yorkipoo​

Like every dog, the Yorkipoo needs early socialization — exposure to many different people, sights, sounds, and experiences — when they're young. Socialization helps ensure that your Yorkipoo puppy grows up to be a well-rounded dog. Enrolling him in a puppy kindergarten class is a great start.

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Yorkshire ​Terrier​
Yorkshire ​Terrier​

A larger dog can grab a Yorkshire Terrier and break his neck with one quick shake. Owning a toy breed means constant supervision and surveillance of what's going on around your tiny dog. Yorkshire Terriers must always be kept on-leash -- they are just too easy to injure when not under your complete control.