Small Dog Breeds

Following on from Friday’s list of large dog breeds, here is a list of popular small dog breeds:

· Bichon Frise

· Boston Terrier

· Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

· Chihuahua

· Chinese Crested Dog

· Dachshund

· French Bulldog

· Fox Terrier

· Havanese

· Italian Greyhound

· Jack Russell Terrier

· Lhasa Apso

· Maltese

· Mexican Hairless

· Papillon

· Pekingese

· Pomeranian

· Poodle (Toy)

· Pug

· Schipperke

· Scottish Terrier

· Shetland Sheepdog

· Shih Tzu

· Welsh Corgi

· West Highland White Terrier

· Whippet

· Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

· Yorkshire Terrier

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels were the favoured pup of King Charles II. He decreed that these dogs be allowed access to all buildings. This is why they can often be seen in paintings from this era, they were a popular dog.

They still are popular today! They are amongst the top ten most popular dog breed and it’s easy to see why.

Sometimes called the ultimate lap dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels fall into the toy dog group though they are they largest of these. They certainly love sitting on laps and company in general. They are very sociable dogs and should not be left on their own for periods of time.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels get on with other dogs, large and small. They are great with children. Their temperament is very friendly, eager to please and loving. What a great dog!

Are you thinking of choosing a dog breed? Why not choose a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

Small Dog Breeds- Toy Dogs, Miniature Dog Breeds, Teacup Dog Breeds...

Small dog breeds are ideal for owners who have a smaller living space such as an apartment or a house without a garden. They can be the best dog breeds for older people or those who are not able to take their dog for a long walk each day.

Small dog breeds include Toy Dogs and Miniature Dog breeds. Miniature dog breeds are smaller versions of large dog breeds. The Miniature Poodle, Miniature Dachshund (or Doxie) and the Miniature Pinscher are small versions of their larger canine cousins. These dogs are sometime known as Teacup Dog Breeds because they are tiny dogs, though not all so tiny they could fit into a teacup!

Toy Dogs are a dog group all of their own. Terriers, Chihuahuas, Shih Tzus and Pugs are all Toy Dogs. You have probably heard of these popular dogs before but there are also many rare dog breeds that could be the perfect pet for someone looking for a small dog.

Small dogs can be easier to look after than large dog breeds in many ways. They eat less, often don’t require such long walks and generally they shed less hair than large dog breeds.

However don’t assume that all small dog breeds know their own size so well. Some Minature Dog Breeds are happy to take on a dog ten times their own size! There is so much to know about dog breeds before you can be certain on choosing the perfect dog breed for you.

It’s a fun process learning about these enchanting creatures and one worth spending some time to get great dog breed info. It will result in a great pet for you!