The races can be divided according to the different standards that classify them by their characteristics and the jobs or origins they have. But one much simpler division is the one we do according to its size. Sometimes this is an important factor, because there are people who want to have a small dog because it is easier to take care of him. The smallest dogs that exist are the so-called toy dog breeds.
These dogs do not usually exceed five kilos in weight and in some breeds you can see the standard variety and the toy variety, with dogs that are smaller than usual. Between the toy dogs there are many different breeds with very different characteristics. Some are even between being a small dog and a toy dog. That is why we will tell you about some of these interesting breeds.
affenpinscher
This German breed is from the famous Pinscher family. Stands out for have a long, hard coat, which is difficult to style or groom. The dog usually has a disheveled appearance, although its name comes from because they found it similar to monkeys. It is a friendly and extremely intelligent dog that can even be a good guardian.
Havanese
This dog has ancestor to the same dogs as the other bichons, the Barbet, a dog that has disappeared but has given rise to some of the most appreciated small dog breeds. The Havanese has its origin in the Mediterranean but it became known in Cuba and today it is more common on the island and in the United States than in Europe. It is a small dog with long hair, which requires extra care.
Bichon Frize
This dog is characterized by its fluffy curly hair in white color. The Bichon Frize is a dog that is used a lot in beauty contests and that attracts attention when its hair is arranged in a ball on its head. It is a small breed that is also sociable, affectionate and intelligent, making it ideal for any family.
Maltese Bichon
The Maltese Bichon has the long, smooth and silky hair, being one of its main characteristics. It is another dog widely used in beauty pageants. Its origin is also in the Mediterranean.
Chihuahua
El Chihuahua It is one of the most popular toy breeds that exist. It is a very small dog that can have an apple head, more rounded, or a deer, more elongated. The breed comes from Mexico and has a very fine coat, so you have to protect it from cold climates with toy dog clothes. It is a very funny dog, with character, lively and intelligent.
pinscher
El Miniature pinscher it is one of the best known breeds and popular among toy dogs. It is a dog that bears a great resemblance to the Doberman although it has nothing to do with this breed. Their size is very small and they are usually thin, with very thin legs. They have character and are cheerful and very active, entertaining the whole family. Ideal for living in an apartment and even in houses with gardens, since they like to move and be active.
Toy poodle
In this breed we can find a standard dog and the incredible Giant Poodle. The Toy Poodle is the smallest version of the breed. A typical poodle with curly hair which can be of various colors, from white to brown, gray or black.
Pomeranian
The Pomeranian is also known as the Dwarf Spitz. It's a toy dog of the Spitz breed born in Germany. The original dog was larger and was used to care for and control livestock. For this reason, the vitality that this dog can have, which is used both in canine beauty contests and in agility tests, is not surprising. Intelligent and affectionate in equal parts, it has a coat that requires a lot of care but is worth it for how beautiful it looks.
Yorkshire Terrier Toy
The dog Yorkshire Terrier It is a very small dog that has become one of the best known. It is a popular and appreciated breed. It has a long coat that can also be short, although it requires your care. The coat is brown and gray. It is a fairly active, sociable and affectionate dog with its family.
Papillón
This dog is also known as the Dwarf Spaniel or Butterfly Dog by its ears. It was a dog that painters used for their works during the seventeenth century and which apparently could also have belonged to Marie Antoinette. Although not as popular today, he was a highly regarded dog.
Pekingese
The Pekingese is a small breed with a great coat that goes back centuries. It was highly appreciated by dynasties and royalty living even in the Beijing Forbidden City. It is a brave and characterful dog that is usually affectionate with its owners but distrustful of others.
Italian greyhound
This dog is one of the smallest greyhounds out there, although taller than other toy dogs, but it is very thin. The Greyhound or Italian Greyhound stands out for its slim and agile appearance. They are calm, clean and affectionate dogs, that is why they are considered perfect to live at home with the family.
Prague Buzzard
This dog was very popular centuries ago among the Bohemian royalty in the former Czech Republic. It is a small dog with a short coat of black and tan, hence it is confused with the Pinscher, although they have nothing to do with it.
Advantages of living with a toy dog
Toy dogs have great advantages, which is why they have continued as companion dogs throughout the centuries. One of the main advantages is that they are dogs that take up very little space, so we can have them in small flats or in houses quietly.
These dogs are also less expensive, because both veterinary treatments and food come out at a lower price, since consumption is minimal. That is why they are breeds that can be allowed to keep more people.
Finally say that they are very manageable dogs. In homes with older people or with children, they sometimes prefer small dogs that can be walked by everyone so that the whole family can enjoy their company equally. What do you think of the toy breeds?