Lap Dogs

Lap Dogs are always popular! They make great companions for older people and people who spend a lot of time in their house. These dogs love to go out too but most of all they love company. If you want a gorgeous little dog to pamper you could choose a dog breed from this list (it isn’t a comprehensive list but is a good starting point):

• American Hairless Terrier
• Basset Hound
• Beagle
• Bichon Frise
• Bichon/Yorkie
• Boston Terrier
• Bulldog
• Cairn Terrier
• Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
• Chihuahua
• Chinese Crested (hairless)
• English Toy Spaniel
• German Spitz
• Italian Greyhound
• Jack Russell Terrier
• Maltese
• Miniature Fox Terrier
• Miniature Pinscher
• Miniature Poodle
• Miniature Schnauzer
• Norfolk Terrier
• Norwich Terrier
• Pekingese
• Pocket Beagle
• Pomeranian
• Pug
• Queen Elizabeth Pocket Beagle
• Rat Terrier
• Shih-Tzu
• Silky Terrier
• Standard Schnauzer
• Toy Poodle
• West Highland White Terrier
• Whippet
• Yorkshire Terrier

It’s very important to research your chosen dog breed to make sure it will fit in with your lifestyle. All these dogs may be lap dogs but they are all very different too. You will find information on specific small dog breeds throughout this blog and I’ll keep you posted about more!

Jack Russells

Jack Russells are the creation of minister and dog breeder John ‘Jack’ Russell in the 1800s. The story goes that while he was living in Oxford, Minister Russell bred his Jack Russells from a terrier called Trump he had bought from his milkman!

Jack Russells remain a popular dog today. They are lively, feisty, protective. So if you love to take long walks and lavishing attention on your dog, a Jack Russell might be for you if you are choosing a dog breed.

They were bred for flushing out foxes and later other animals in hunts. This is why Jack Russells are not intimidated by bigger dogs, it’s the nature of their breed!

Don’t be misled by their size, Jack Russells are high energy dogs who, if not entertained or tired out from a great walk, will create their own entertainment. This could include shredding your newspaper or homework and digging up your lawn.

It is perhaps because of this type of misconception that many Jack Russells find themselves in rescue homes after their owners were not able to meet their needs.

If you thrive on a lively, spirited dog who loves to be the centre of attention, a Jack Russell could be the best dog breed for you.