Small Dog Breeds

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Apr
17

Small Dogs Breeds

List of small dog breeds

Once you have decided that you are going to get a small dog breeds, it is time to find out about the different personalities and characteristics of small breeds, so you get one that fits your home and lifestyle.

This article will tell you how to choose a small dog breeds

What you need to do first is think about the size of the dog you want. Can you manage a large dog where you live? Or do you only have a courtyard? Small dogs can provide great company. And there are a lot of different types of small dogs, vastly unique in both temperament and appearance. You probably know about toy dogs, however there are others that bear more resemblance to their larger canine siblings.

The Welsh Terrier Breed

These cute dogs are fairly calm when you compare them to other terrier breeds. They are sturdy looking dogs with quite a big personality, especially the boys. They are affectionate, outgoing, inquisitive, fearless, and happy.

Many years ago, Welsh terriers were used to control rats and other vermin, and as a result welsh terriers love to chase things – including cats. Consequently, if you already have a cat, or are planning on getting one, this probably isn’t the best dog for you.

Terriers small dogs breeds

Terriers are lovely dogs. They’re very happy and affectionate with their humans. If they’re socialized properly the household cat should be okay, although all other cats will be prey. Terriers have a high prey drive, a leftover from the ratting days, so if you have small children and you have or want a terrier, they should not be left alone with each other.

Miniature schnauzer small dogs breeds

Twelve to fourteen inches high, these wonderful dogs are salt and pepper, solid black or black and silver colored. They are happy in an apartment or large home in the country, as long as they are with their family. These great companions are intelligent, busy, friendly, and love to play. They require trimming every four to six weeks and brushing occasionally.

Toy Poodle small dogs breeds

A toy poodle is perfect for smaller places but is happy wherever their owners are. Weekly brushing and grooming ever four to six weeks will keep them looking their best. Poodles were born to play and should have a supply of their own toys. Extremely intelligent, you can train them easily. Poodles do not like being alone so are a poor choice for anyway that travels or is away a lot. Their average life span is eleven years.