What small dogs (up to approximately 26 pounds) lack in height and size, they make up for in spunk and personality. Their compact size makes them more suitable to tighter living situations, like apartments, and to families with smaller child – provided the dog’s temperament.
Many breeds make for perfect companion and therapy dogs as they are easy to travel with and are fiercely loyal and loving to their owner. An important supplement, nutrition, and medical check up schedule is paramount to maintain. Each breed comes with its nuances, so make sure to match your lifestyle and personality to the breed that provides the best fit.
Affens were originally bred to exterminate rats and other pets, like many terriers. Although they are pinschers, they have stayed true to terrier energy – busy, bold, and stubborn.
A member of the Spitz family, Eskies are known for their wit and beauty. Their intelligence can facilitate their stubborness, but they are true to their owner and are very loyal.
While this pup was bred in Australia to hunt rodents and snakes, they have a happy disposition and are very affectionate with people. They just might keep you on your toes with their cleverness.
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Apartment Dog Breeds
- These pups have the right temperament and size for those smaller spaces
- A small size doesn't mean a small personality
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Arguably the oldest dog, the “barkless” Basenji is a highly intelligent, compact framed dog. True to their longstanding relationship with people, they can be fiercely loyal to their families.
An excellent family dog, the Beagle is a small scent hound that can take to the field or can curly up on the couch. They make fantastic companion dogs, for kids and adults.
No, this isn’t a poodle. Or a lamb. Bedlingtons are unmistakable companions. Their puffy white coat matches their fiery energy and playful demeanor.
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Lap Dog Breeds
- Lovable couch potato at your service
- TV watching pal for ever
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Pronounced BEE-shawn FREE-say, this sweet, cheerful ball of white puff loves to get into mischief. Their compact size makes them great apartment dogs.
Dating back in the Mediterranean over 2,000 years, this stout framed little pup originated in Italy. They are calm, faithful dogs.
These playful dogs love to dig. Bred to run in tandem with foxhounds, their quality traits have bestowed more affectionate, trainable behavior than other terriers.
Its unmistakably distinctive tuxedo style coat has had it coined an “American Gentleman”. This level headed dog makes for a great companion.
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