Six Small Dog Breeds Every Potential Owner Should Know About

By Jonathan Atlas


Smaller pets have many benefits to offer. But even when you've decided you want one you may not know where to look. That being said here are six breeds you'll want to consider when getting started.

A lot of potential owners would like one of the small fluffy dog breeds. If this sounds like you the Pomeranian might be right up your alley. It is instantly recognizable by its orange or reddish fluffy coat. Most people don't realize that despite their size they are actually very good watch dogs since they will alert to any danger.

Without the many health problems of its English cousin the French bulldog is always close to the top of any small dog breeds list. One of its most distinctive features is the breed's bat-like ears. For anyone who loves wrinkles this is a winning choice.

Without a doubt one of the most famous and popular small dog breeds is the Chihuahua. In fact it is usually the first breed most people think about when talking about little pooches. While they are loyal they are also known to be quite snappy with strangers so you'll need to make sure your friends are aware of this.

Not all of us have the free time to indulge in long walks. When you are limited in the activity you can do or time you have a low-energy pet like the Pug is ideal. With minimal requirements and serious cuteness it makes one of the best small dog breeds out there for certain situations.

A large number of dog types shed quite a lot of hair. This is often not only messy in the home but may stick to your clothing too. If you want a little pet but not a ton of hair all over the place a Shih-Tzu might be just right. You will need to comb and take care of their hair however as it can get quite long.

If you like the appearance of the Collie yet don't have the space, a Shetland sheepdog is often the next best thing. But while they might be smaller they do have a ton of energy that needs to be burned up so be prepared for exercise and play.

You may have just found by reading this the right type of pooch for your needs and situation. If not, don't worry these are just the tip of the iceberg in terms of what small dog breeds are available.




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