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Pick One Of These Top 10 Best Small Dogs

Baby with mother and Beagle dog on carpet on the floor.

Why should you consider getting one of the best small dogs? The main reasons for getting the best small dog are that they are easier to control, are not a significant physical threat to humans and are cheaper to feed. You can easily restrain a 7-pound Yorkshire Terrier, and it is not a life-threatening situation […]

Japanese Chin: 3 Best Reasons To Get One And 2 Good Reasons Not To

Japanese chin looking at camera hiding at warm scarfs

The elegant Japanese Chin is a square proportioned dog with a look of astonishment permanently affixed on its face. Their distinctive, evenly-patterned face has wide-set eyes and a flat, broad muzzle on a round head surrounded by feathered ears. They also have a dot on their heads that is said to be Buddha’s touch. This […]

Shih Tzu: Super Cute And Popular Companion Dog

Brazilian woman and her pet shih tzu dog at home, making video call

Do you like small dogs? Are you considering getting a  Shih Tzu for your first or next dog? If so, you are in good company because this breed is popular and ranks in the top 10% of dog breeds registered with the AKC. Before finalizing your decision, there are a few reasons this breed may […]

Toy Group Dogs Are Tougher Than They Look

beautiful spitz dogs on grey background

Don’t let their small size fool you. The small size and charming facial expressions of Toy Group Dogs will delight anyone. For example, if you haven’t yet experienced the barking of an angry Chihuahua, be prepared to be amazed. However, many AKC toy group dogs are as tough as nails. Toy Dogs will always be […]

Bichon Frise: Very Sporty Non-Sporting Dog

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Are you looking for a sporty dog that doesn’t fit into the traditional categories of sporting dogs? Look no further than the Bichon Frise! This small, fluffy breed is energetic and has unique abilities. It’s perfect for people who want to enjoy an active lifestyle with their pups. And its loving personality makes it great […]

English Toy Spaniel: A Royal Dog

english toy spaniel

English Toy Spaniel The English Toy Spaniel (also known as King Charles Spaniel) is a laid-back and friendly pet belonging to the Toy Group. This breed is the ideal companion for anyone who appreciates a modest, simple-to-raise home dog because of its gentle disposition and Pug-like expression. King Charles Spaniels have a line of black […]

Chihuahua: A Sweet Little Dog With A Big Attitude

long-haired Chihuahua

Chihuahua History The Chihuahua is a well-loved member of the Toy Group and one that you’ll surely fall in love with. These adorable “purse dogs,” as they’re also known, were originally bred from ancient civilizations like those found throughout Mexico, where it originated; their ancestors have been here since before Columbus arrived! Hernán Cortés, in […]

Miniature Pinscher: The Dog For You?

Hispanic toddler girl on top of her backyard playground along with her pet Miniature Pinscher

If you’re like most people, you probably lead a pretty busy lifestyle. You’re always on the go, and you don’t have time for a dog that’s going to sit around all day. If this sounds like you, the Miniature Pinscher may be the perfect dog breed for you. These dogs are known for being active […]

Shetland Sheepdog: Small Dog With A Big Heart

The Shetland Sheepdog is a breed that is more likely to have

Where Do Shetland Sheepdogs Come From?  A dog of the Spitz breed, which is possibly related to the contemporary Icelandic Sheepdog, was the first sheepdog of Shetland. This dog was crossed with working collies from the mainland and brought to the islands. After being brought to England, it underwent extensive breeding with the Rough Collie […]

Boston Terrier Best Dressed Dog With Impeccable Manners

Boston Terrier

Where Do The Boston Terriers Come From? Unlike most dog breeds with little written ancestry history, the Boston Terrier’s beginning is well documented. Sometime in the late 1860s in England, a white English terrier (now extinct) and an English bulldog were bred. The breeders sold a puppy to William O’Brien, an American, who took the […]