Small Dog Breeds
Breed↕ | Origin↕ | Size↕ | AKC Group↕ | Temperament↕ | Life Span↕ | Hypoallergenic↕ | Good with Kids↕ | Energy Level↕ | Known For↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
French Bulldog | France | Small | Non-Sporting | Playful, Adaptable, Smart | 10-12 years | No | Good | Low | Companion dog, bat ears |
Beagle | England | Small | Hound | Merry, Friendly, Curious | 10-15 years | No | Excellent | High | Scent tracking, Snoopy |
Dachshund | Germany | Small | Hound | Clever, Stubborn, Devoted | 12-16 years | No | Good | Medium | Sausage dog, badger hunting |
Pembroke Welsh Corgi | Wales | Small | Herding | Affectionate, Smart, Alert | 12-13 years | No | Good | Medium | Queen Elizabeth's breed |
Yorkshire Terrier | England | Small | Toy | Affectionate, Sprightly, Tomboyish | 11-15 years | Yes | Moderate | Medium | Tiny but feisty, silky coat |
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | England | Small | Toy | Affectionate, Gentle, Graceful | 12-15 years | No | Excellent | Medium | Lap dog, royal history |
Miniature Schnauzer | Germany | Small | Terrier | Friendly, Smart, Obedient | 12-15 years | Yes | Good | Medium | Distinctive beard, alert watchdog |
Shih Tzu | China | Small | Toy | Affectionate, Playful, Outgoing | 10-18 years | Yes | Good | Low | Lion dog, palace companion |
Pomeranian | Germany | Small | Toy | Inquisitive, Bold, Lively | 12-16 years | No | Moderate | Medium | Fluffy coat, fox-like face |
Boston Terrier | United States | Small | Non-Sporting | Friendly, Bright, Amusing | 11-13 years | No | Excellent | Medium | Tuxedo markings, American Gentleman |
Havanese | Cuba | Small | Toy | Intelligent, Outgoing, Funny | 14-16 years | Yes | Excellent | Medium | Cuba's national dog |
Shetland Sheepdog | Scotland | Small | Herding | Playful, Energetic, Bright | 12-14 years | No | Good | High | Mini Collie, agility star |
Maltese | Malta | Small | Toy | Gentle, Playful, Charming | 12-15 years | Yes | Good | Medium | White silky coat, ancient breed |
Chihuahua | Mexico | Small | Toy | Charming, Graceful, Sassy | 14-16 years | No | Moderate | Medium | World's smallest breed |
Pug | China | Small | Toy | Charming, Mischievous, Loving | 13-15 years | No | Good | Low | Wrinkled face, clown personality |
Bichon Frise | France | Small | Non-Sporting | Playful, Curious, Peppy | 14-15 years | Yes | Excellent | Medium | Powder-puff coat, cheerful |
West Highland White Terrier | Scotland | Small | Terrier | Loyal, Happy, Entertaining | 13-15 years | Yes | Good | Medium | Westie, all-white coat |
Papillon | France | Small | Toy | Happy, Alert, Friendly | 14-16 years | No | Good | Medium | Butterfly ears, toy agility star |
Scottish Terrier | Scotland | Small | Terrier | Confident, Independent, Spirited | 12 years | Yes | Moderate | Medium | Scottie, Monopoly piece |
Shiba Inu | Japan | Small | Non-Sporting | Alert, Active, Attentive | 13-16 years | No | Moderate | Medium | Doge meme, fox-like face |
Italian Greyhound | Italy | Small | Toy | Playful, Alert, Sensitive | 14-15 years | Yes | Moderate | Medium | Miniature greyhound, elegant |
Lhasa Apso | Tibet | Small | Non-Sporting | Confident, Smart, Comical | 12-15 years | Yes | Moderate | Medium | Tibetan temple sentinel |
Basenji | Congo | Small | Hound | Independent, Smart, Poised | 13-14 years | No | Moderate | High | Barkless dog, yodel-like sound |
Chinese Crested | China | Small | Toy | Affectionate, Alert, Lively | 13-18 years | Yes | Good | Medium | Hairless variety, unique look |
Wire Fox Terrier | England | Small | Terrier | Friendly, Alert, Confident | 12-15 years | Yes | Good | High | Most Best in Show wins at Westminster |
Jack Russell Terrier | England | Small | Terrier | Alert, Inquisitive, Lively | 12-14 years | No | Good | Very High | Wishbone, Eddie from Frasier |
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