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Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Toy Dog Breeds


Affenpinscher

height of an affenpinscher dog
group: toyheight: 9 to 12" / 22.86-30.48 cm
types:weight: 6-9 lbs / 2.72-4.08 kg
colors:black, bluish gray, grayish black, grey, silver, black and tan, red (brownish to orangy-tan)
physical traits:scruffy, shaggy
hair type:wiry, scruffy, dense, abundant, rough and harsh
personality/
temperament:
alert, inquisitive, intelligent, loyal, affectionate, intense, serious, fearless, humorous, amusing, loving, devoted, confident, inquisitive, lively, enchanting, smug, stubborn, obstinate
maintenance/
special needs:
brush several times a week, requires positive firm consistent training, hard to obedience train, tendency to snap, intolerant to teasing, will attack if irritated, not good with other dogs
nickname:'monkey dog', Zwergattenpinscher, moustached devil
origination:Germany
bred for:get rid of rodents and quail and to track rabbit
identifying traits:monkey-like terrier/mustached little devil
ideal for:companionship, city or country life, apartments, watchdog
good with kids?no
life expectancy:14-15 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(Pinscher dog group), ukc-(companion dog group),
rescues:Affenpinscher Club of America - Rescue
affenpinscher dog




Bolognese
Bolognese
Bolognese
Bolognese

size of a bolognese dog
group: toyheight: m 10-12.5"/ 25.4-31.75 cm; f 9-12"/ 22.86-30.48 cm
types:weight: 5-9 lbs / 2.27-4.08 kg
colors:white or white with a little champagne,
physical traits:small, sturdy
hair type:medium long, flocked, stands off from body
personality/
temperament:
affectionate, cheerful, pleasant, calm, highly intelligent, happy, alert, eager to please, quick to learn, easy to train, serious, does not like to be left alone, vigilant, obedient, devoted to masters, some can be reserved, shy
maintenance/
special needs:
high, hair tangles easily comb daily. bathe regularly to keep coat white, does not shed, dead hairs removed when brushing. keep ears clean
nickname:Bichon Bolognese
origination:Southern Mediterranean
bred for:companionship
identifying traits:
ideal for:family, kids, other pets, city, warmer climates
good with kids?yes
of interest:prized by courts of Renaissance princes
life expectancy:14-15 yrs
kennel clubs:fci-(companion and toy dog group,
Bichons and Related Breeds), arba, ukc -(companion dog group), uk, nzkc -(toy dog group) saku,
rescues:
Bolognese




Brussels Griffon
photo of a brussels griffon dog
adult Brussels Griffon


height of a brussels griffon
group: toyheight: 7-8" / 17.78-20.32 cm
types:weight: 6-12 lbs / 2.72-5.44 kg
colors:red, red and blackish brown, black and tan, solid black
physical traits:sturdy
hair type:smooth (straight, short and glossy) and rough (long, wiry and dense),
personality/
temperament:
intelligent, affectionate, inquisitive, impertinent, bright, cheerful, lively, good-natured, alert, self-important, sensitive, amusing, saucy, willful, obedient, needy
maintenance/
special needs:
groom rough haired regularly, likes attention, requires training or will yap and bully, protect from cold, sheds, protect from heat
nickname:Griffon Bruxellois
origination:Belgium, possibly cross of German Affenpinscher, Belgian Griffon, Pug, Yorkshire Terrier, King Charles Spaniel, English Toy Spaniel and Dutch Smoushond
bred for:hunt vermin
identifying traits:the only toy with a terrier coat
ideal for:house dog, companionship, city or country life, other pets
good with kids?no, not young children
life expectancy:12-14 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, saku, ankc, uk-(Griffon Bruxellois), fci-(small Belgian dogs group), nzkc-('Griffon Bruxellois' - toy dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc
rescues:
brussels griffon dog



Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
cavalier king charles spaniel
photo of a cavalier king charles spaniel dog
cavalier king charles spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
cavalier king charles dog
Black and Tan, Blenheim
photo of a cavalier king charles dog
Tri Color
photo of a cavalier king charles spaniel
cavalier king charles spaniels
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Black and Tan Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 

height of a cavalier king charles spaniel dog
group: toyheight: 12-13" / 30.48-33.02 cm
weight: 10-18 lbs / 4.53-8.16 kg
types:moderate length, silky and slightly wavy
colors:blenheim, tri-color, black and tan, and ruby
physical traits:elegant, regal, well-balanced,
hair type:long or short, silky
personality/
temperament:
gentle, affectionate, hardy, loving, friendly, spritely, active, playful, lively, graceful, sportive, fearless, quick to learn. some may be shy, mean, nasty
maintenance/
special needs:
brush regularly, heart problems and shortened lifespan from inbreeding, shed a little all the time
nicknames:
origination:Europe/Great Britain most popular dog in England
bred for:companionship
identifying traits:
ideal for:companionship, lapdog, house dogs, apartments, city or country life, other pets, watchdog, any climate
good with kids?yes
of interest:
health concerns:bones / joints: shoulder luxation,
eye: corneal dystrophy, microphthalmos, retinal dysplasia
life expectancy:9-14 yrs
kennel clubs:fci-(English Toy Spaniels dog group), ukc, arba-(companion group), akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group)
rescues:
cavalier king charles dog
Ruby Coat-Colored Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Blenheim Coat-colored Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Blenheim Coat-Colored Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
cavalier king charles spaniel dog 
what cavalier king charles spaniels look like

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel



Chihuahua
chihuahua dog long-haired
long-haired Chihuahua (apple-head)
Chihuahua short-haired
short-haired Chihuahua (apple-head)
short-haired Chihuahua
short-haired Chihuahua (apple-head)
adult chihuahua dog
Chihuahua
(deer head) 


Chihuahua
(deer head) 
grey chihuahua
chihuahua


height of a chihuahua
group: toyheight: 6-9" / 15.24-22.86 cm
weight: 2-6 lbs max / .09-2.72 kg
types:long and shorthair, apple head (preferred),
deer head
colors:any
physical traits:small, graceful, fragile
hair type:long or short
personality/
temperament:
alert, saucy, confident, bold, alert, adaptable, tender, sensitive, hardy, may be hard to introduce new family members once adult, protect from injury may provoke larger dogs to fight
maintenance/
special needs:
short hair- long hair more time grooming,not to live outdoors, protect from cold and hot weather, good traveler, very alert-some bark in warning often
nickname:Chihuahueno
origination:Mexico
bred for:companionship
identifying traits:smallest of all dogs
ideal for:lapdog, house dogs, apartments, companionship, travel, watchdog
good with kids?no, too fragile for small children
of interest:considered the smallest breed of dog
life expectancy:12-14 yrs
of interest:
health concerns:bones and joints: foramen magnum dysplasia, odontoid process dysplasia, odontoid process dysplasia, shoulder luxation, cardiovascular: mitral valve malformation, pulmonic stenosis,
nervous: hydrocephalus, lysosomal storage diseases (ceroid lipofuscinosis), neuronaxonal dystrophy, reproductive: cryptorchidism,
respiratory: primary ciliary dyskinesia, tracheal collapse, skin: color mutant alopecia, partial alopecia, urinary: renal defects (cystinuria)
kennel clubs:fci-(companion and toy dog group), akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), ukc-(companion dog group),
chihuahua 
 
long haired chihuahua



Chinese Crested
chinese crested dog  hairy hairless
hairy hairless Chinese Crestedhairless chinese crested puppy
hairless Chinese Crested puppy
hairless chinese crested puppy
chinese crested dog
adult Chinese Crested Dog
chinese crested dog
chinese crested dog

height of a chinese crested dog
group: toyheight: 11-13" / 27.94-33.02 cm
weight: 5-12 lbs / 2.26-5.44 kg
types:hairless, powderpuff (long hair)
colors:any
physical traits:elegant, graceful, agile, slender
hair type:hairless-hair only on head, feet and tip of tail; long-haired powderpuff-fine, luxurious, soft and silky
personality/
temperament:
happy, alert, loyal, affectionate, lively, playful, affable
maintenance/
special needs:
hairless - lotion to keep skin from getting too dry, suntan lotion to keep from burning. powderpuff-constant grooming to keep very long hair from matting, susceptible to skin ailments and toenail and teeth problems, protect from heat and cold
nickname:Chinese Fighting Dog, Hairless, Powderpuff, 'a big dog in a little body',
origination:Africa/China
bred for:companion
identifying traits:hairless only have hair on top of head, on feet and tip of tail, some have brown freckles on pink underparts
ideal for:family, companionship, city or apartment life, people with allergies (hairless)
good with kids?yes
life expectancy:12-13 yrs
of interest:
health concerns:skin: partial alopecia
kennel clubs:fci-(hairless dogs group), akc, saku, ankc, uk-(toy dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc
rescues:
chinese crested powderpuff dog
adult Chinese Crested Powderpuff Dog
chinese crested hairless dog
adult Chinese Crested Hairless Dog



Coton de Tulear
coton de tulear dog
coton de tulear dog

height of a coton de tulear dog
group:toy/companionheight: f 8.5-11" / 21.5-28 cm,
m 9.5-12.5 /24.13-31.75 cm
weight: 7.5-15 lbs / 3.40-6.80 kg
types:
colors:white with yellow/beige to dark gray/black patches on ears
physical traits:small, fluffy, white
hair type:long, fine, light, fluffy, wavy, cottony texture, single coated
personality/
temperament:
spunky, eager to learn, clownish, alert, devoted, happy, adaptable, calm, friendly, gentle, curious, intelligent, sociable affectionate, boisterous, playful, unaggressive, vigilant, obstinate
maintenance/
special needs:
brush often to keep from matting, sheds little, keep ears and pads of feet clean of hair, odorless, human companionship-forms deep bond with master-abandonment is devastating,
nickname:Royal Dog of Madagascar, cotton-haired dog of Tulear
origination:Madagascar
bred for:companionship
identifying traits:
ideal for:family, companion, other pets, apartments,
good with kids?yes
life expectancy:12-18 yrs
of interest:once dogs of nobles who outlawed their ownership by commoners, likes to walk on back legs, of the bichon family
kennel clubs:uk, saku-(toy dog group), fci-(Bichon and related breeds dog group), ukc, arba-(companion dog group)
rescues:
health issues:
books on this breed:Coton De Tulear (Kennel Club Dog Breed Series)



English Toy Spaniel

height of a english toy spaniel
group: toyheight: 9-10" / 22.86-25.4 cm
weight: 8-14 lbs / 3.62-5.44 kg
types:King Charles, Prince Charles, Ruby
colors:blenheim (red and white), Prince Charles - tricolor, King Charles - black and tan, ruby-mahogany/chestnut red
physical traits:elegant, graceful
hair type:straight or slightly wavy glossy texture, blenum-red and white, prince charles-evenly distributed black and white splotches/tan on face, over eyes, lining of ears, and under tail, king charles-black and tan, ruby-mahogany
personality/
temperament:
bright, interested, loving, affectionate, intelligent, willing to please, hardy, clean
maintenance/
special needs:
brush often to keep from matting, keep eyes and ears clean, protect from heat, not to live outdoors
nickname:Spaniel Genteel/The Comforter, King Charles Spaniel, Carpet Spaniel, Charlie
origination:Great Britain possibly originally from China or Japan
bred for:companionship
identifying traits:
ideal for:good lap dog, the elderly, apartments, city or country life, other pets, sedentary life
good with kids?yes
life expectancy:12 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, saku-(toy dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc



Havanese
photo of a havanese dog
adult Havanese Dog
photo of a havanese dog 



height of a brussels griffon
group: toyheight: 8.5-11.5" /
21.59-29.21 cm
types:weight: 7-13 lbs / 3.17-5.89 kg
colors:any color or combination of colors
physical traits:sleek, elegant, clean appearance, elastic gait, sturdy
hair type:very long, sparse, woolly, soft, silky, and light outer coat, soft, silky and light undercoat, wavy, long, abundant, profuse. corded variety
personality/
temperament:
lively, alert, playful, affectionate, cheerful, sociable, sensitive, outgoing, intelligent, amiable, charming, happy,
maintenance/
special needs:
brush often, needs attention, prone to eye problems and luxating patellas, easy to train
nickname:Havana Silk Dog, Bichon Havanais
origination:Spain/Cuba of the Bichon family from the Water Spaniel, Poodle and Portuguese Water Dog
bred for:
identifying traits:
ideal for:indoor life, kids, other pets, apartments, companionship
good with kids?yes
life expectancy:13-15 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, uk, ankc, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(Western Mediterranean Region Bichon and related breeds dog group), ukc, arba-(companion dog group)
rescues:
adult corded havanese dog havanese dog
 corded Havanese



Italian Greyhound
italian greyhound photo
Italian Greyhound
photo of an italian greyhound dog

italian greyhound

 height of an italian greyhound
group: toy/ sighthoundheight: 12.5-15" / 30.48-38.1 cm
types:weight: 5.5-10 lbs/ 2.49-4.52 kg
colors:any color or combination of black, blue, red, fawn, cream. brindle, black and tan (not preferred)
physical traits:diminuitive, sleek, elegant, slender, clean appearance. resembles smaller version of Greyhound
hair type:short, smooth, shiny any color or combination
personality/
temperament:
sensitive, alert, playful, affectionate, gentle, fun-loving, charming, discerning, retiring, bashful, determined, obedient, 'catlike'
maintenance/
special needs:
low, affected by harsh words, rarely sheds, practically odorless, keep teeth clean, exercise, keep from cold, can't live outdoors, easy to train, requires a tall fence - 'escape artists'
nickname:Piccolo Levriero Italiano, Piccolo Levrien Italiani
origination:Egypt, then Ancient Rome
bred for:royalty
identifying traits:
ideal for:indoor life, other pets, companionship, warmer weather
good with kids?yes, older children, younger children might play too rough
life expectancy:13-14 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(short haired sighthounds dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc
rescues:
Italian Greyhounds



Japanese Chin
photo of a japanese chin dog

height of a japanese chin
group: toyheight: 8-12" / 20.32-25.4 cm
types:weight: 4-13 lbs / 1.81-5.89 kg
colors:black and white, red and white
physical traits:elegant, graceful, dainty, nimble
hair type:long, profuse, straight, silky
personality/
temperament:
lively, sensitive, bright, alert, robust, merry, fiesty, affectionate, intelligent, charming, robust, gentle, responsive, inquisitive, independent, reserved with strangers and in strange surroundings
maintenance/
special needs:
constant brushing to prevent matting, susceptible to breathing and heart ailments
nickname:Japanese Spaniel, Chin
origination:Japan
bred for:companionship, nobility, aristocracy
identifying traits:
ideal for:companionship, country or city life, other pets, cooler weather
good with kids?yes
life expectancy:12 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(Japanese Chin dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc-(a.k.a. Japanese Spaniel)



Maltese

height of a maltese dog
group: toyheight: 8-10" / 20.32-25.4 cm
types:weight: 4-9 lbs / 1.81-4.08 kg
colors:white. light tan,beige, lemon (not preferred)
physical traits:dainty, smart carriage, elegant
hair type:long, profuse, silky, flat, luxurious, sheds little
personality/
temperament:
lively, bright, sweet natured, fearless, gentle, eager, trusting, affectionate, responsive, hardy, lively, playful, good-tempered, sensitive, alert
maintenance/
special needs:
high - constant brushing to keep from matting, protect from heat,
nickname:Ancient Dog of Malta, Maltese Lion Dog, melita, Maltese Terrier, Bichon Maltaise
origination:Mediterranean, Malta
bred for:companionship
identifying traits:
ideal for:family, companionship, apartments, other pets
good with kids?yes, with supervision. too small and delicate for young children
life expectancy:14-15 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(Central Mediterranean Region Bichon and related breeds dog group), ukc-(companion dog group)
rescues:
Maltese



Miniature Pinscher
photo of a miniature pinscher dog
adult Miniature Pinscher
photo of a miniature pinscher dog

height of a miniature pinscher
group: toyheight: 10-12.5" / 25.4-31.75 cm
types:weight: 8-10 lbs / 3.62-4.53 kg
colors:red, stag red. nearly black, chocolate or blue with rust/tan markings
physical traits:faithful, flashy, flamboyant
hair type:short, smooth, straight and lustrous, close lying
personality/
temperament:
faithful, proud, playful, feisty, vigorous, sensitive, spirited, intelligent, possessive of loved ones, fearless, alert, easy to train. may have tendency to nip
maintenance/
special needs:
low, rarely sheds, will challenge large dogs to fight, do not overfeed, cannot live outdoors, warmer weather
nickname:Zwergpinscher, 'king of toys'
origination:Germany, from the German Pinscher
bred for:ratting
identifying traits:
ideal for:companionship, watchdog, house dog
good with kids?supervise. best with older children. may be hurt by young children due to small size
life expectancy:13-14 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(Pinscher dog group), ukc-(companion dog group, ckc
rescues:
miniature pinscher dog



Papillon
papillon
photo of a papillon dog
adult Papillon dog
photo of a papillon dog

height of a papillon dog
group: toyheight: 8-11" / 20.32-27.94 cm
typesPapillon and Phalene (dropped ears)weight: 3.25-11 lbs /
1.40-4.98 kg
colors:parti color or white with patches
of any other color
physical traits:small, dainty, elegant, powderpuff
hair type:fine, abundant, long, silky, glossy, flowing
personality/
temperament:
happy, alert, friendly, charming, vivacious, tireless, gentle, affectionate, easy to train, jealous, possessive, barks alot. some may be shy, aggressive
maintenance/
special needs:
brush often, very obedient with proper training, suffers from slipping kneecaps and tendency to be possessive of owner, keep teeth clean, odorless,
nickname:Continental Toy Spaniel, 'Dwarf Spaniel"
origination:Continental Europe, possibly from the Spanish Dwarf Spaniel
bred for:
identifying traits:butterfly wing shaped ears
ideal for:lapdog, family, companion, housedog, watchdog, city or country life
good with kids?yes but supervise because of size
life expectancy:13-15 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(Continental toy spaniel dog group)ukc-(companion dog group), ckc
rescues:
Papillon dog
Papillon dog



Pekingese
photo of a pekingese dog
adult Pekingese dogs
photo of a pekingese dog

height of a pekingese dog
group: toyheight: 6-9" / 15.24-22.86 cm
types:weight: 4.5-17.5 lbs /
2.04-7.93 kg
colors:red, fawn, black, black and tan, sable, brindle, white. albino, liver (not preferred)
physical traits:small. long, profuse hair, slow moving, muscular
hair type:long, straight, profuse, abundant, coarse outercoat, soft undercoat
personality/
temperament:
independent, aloof, self-confident, bold, courageous, lively, affectionate, self-important, regal, good tempered, intelligent, brave, dignified, calm, haughty, stubborn, likes to be the center of attention
maintenance/
special needs:
high, brush frequently to prevent matting, requires patience to train, susceptible to eye problems, respiratory ailments and colds, protect from overheating
nickname:'Peke' , 'Little Lion Dog', Peking Palasthund
origination:China
bred for:companionship, royalty
identifying traits:long flowing mane
ideal for:companionship, family, apartments, city or country life, other pets
good with kids?yes
life expectancy:12-13 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(Pekingese dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc



Pomeranian
pomeranian dog
adult Pomeranian dogs
photo of a pomeranian dog

height of a pomeranian dog
group: toy
/spitz/northern
height: 8.5-11" / 21.59-27.94 cm
types:weight: 3-7 lbs / 1.36-3.17 kg
colors:black and tan, brindle, particolor, brown, light or dark blue, gray, red/orange, cream/sable/white
physical traits:hearty, strong
hair type:long, profuse, thick, straight, harsh outer coat, soft dense undercoat
personality/
temperament:
vivacious, extrovert, intelligent, cocky, alert, active, spirited, faithful, inquisitive, adapable, devoted, happy, clever, entertaining, obedient, loves to be pampered, barks alot, sheds, will challenge larger dogs
maintenance/
special needs:
regular brushing, easy to train, keep eyes and teeth clean, susceptible to hip dysplasia and dislocation fo the patella (kneecap)
nickname:Zwerspitz, Dwarf Spitz, Loulou
origination:from Stone Age dog Canis familiaris palustris, Germany, developed in Great Britain
bred for:of early sled dogs then bred for royalty
identifying traits:walking puffball
ideal for:family, companionship, lapdog, apartments, watchdog, city or country life, any climate
good with kids?yes
life expectancy:15 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(European Spitz dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc
rescues:
pomeranian dog

pomeranian dog

pomeranian dog



Pug
photo of a pug dog
adult Pug dogs
photo of a pug dog

height of a pug dog
group: toy /molossoidheight: 10-13.25" /
25.4-33.18 cm
types:weight: 14-18 lbs / 6.35-8.16 kg
colors:fawn, silver, apricot-fawn, black with black mask, ears and moles on cheek
physical traits:muscular, compact, flat face, coiled tail, rose or button nose
hair type:fine, short, soft, smooth, glossy
personality/
temperament:
even-tempered, outgoing, playful, vibrant, impish, dignified, resolute, individualistic, devoted, faithful, loving, charming, affectionate, loyal to family, clever, amusing, mischievous, energetic, tough, pugnacious, opinionated, forceful, strong-willed, gluttonous, sulky, some may be hostile to strangers
maintenance/
special needs:
protect from heat, do not overfeed, protect from overheating and catching cold, requires patience to train, easy to groom
nickname:'multo in parvo' - a lot of dog in a small space, Mopshond, Mops, Carlin, Pug Dog, Chinese Pug
origination:Ancient China, from Mastiffs
bred for:companionship, royalty
identifying traits:pushed in face, pig tail
ideal for:family, companionship, city or country life, watchdog
good with kids?yes
of interest:one of the oldest dog breeds, name possibly from latin 'pugnus' because profile resembles a 'fist' or that given to pet marmoset monkeys
life expectancy:13-15 yrs
of interest:
health concerns:bones / joints: Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, vertebral anomalies, cardiovascular: stenosis of atrioventricular bundle (bundle of His),
eye: districhiasis, nervous: hydrocephalus, Pug encephalitis, reproductive: XX sex reversal
kennel clubs:fci-(small Molossian type dog group), akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc
rescues:Alabama Pug Rescue and Adoption, Inc.
pug dog



Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dog
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka

height of a Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dog
group: toyheight: 7.87-10.5"/ 20-26 cm
types:weight: ~3.39 lbs / ~1.54 kg
colors:any except white black, black and tan, brown, brown and tan, grey (wolf, silver), red, fawn, cream, saddle, brindle. A little white on the fore chest and/or the toes is tolerated
physical traits:small, sturdy
hair type:dense, thick, profuse, silky, soft and supple, forming large curls or very wavy. large curls are preferred. undercoat well developed. Not forming a parting in the back. head has well developed beard and moustaches.
personality/
temperament:
even-tempered, lively, friendly, easy-going, alert to strangers
maintenance/
special needs:
brush regularly
nickname:Russian Colored Bichon, Russian Lap Dog
origination:Russia
bred for:gifts of nobility
identifying traits:appears disheveled due to the profuse hair
ideal for:children, elderly, family, companionship, other pets
good with kids?yes
life expectancy:10-15 yrs
kennel clubs:natbc
rescues:
russian tsvetnaya bolonka dog



Shih Tzu
photo of a shihtzu dog
photo of a shih tzu dog
what a shihtzu dog looks like
shih tzu puppy

height of a shih tzu dog
group: toyheight: 9-11" / 22.86-27.94 cm
types:weight: 9-16 lbs / 4.08-7.25 kg
colors:any
physical traits:profuse hair, resembles a silky threaded mop
hair type:luxurious, dense, long flowing, doublecoated
personality/
temperament:
friendly, trusting, outgoing, affectionate, loyal, hardy, alert, lively, happy, devoted, trusting, energetic, playful, arrogant, loves to be pampered
maintenance/
special needs:
high, constant grooming to keep from matting, protect from heat and cold, protect from overeating
nickname:'chrysanthemum-faced dog'
origination:Tibetan Mountains, China, possibly a cross of Tibetan dogs and ancestors of Pekingese
bred for:royalty
identifying traits:hair on nose grows upward and is tied up at the top of its head
ideal for:house pet, family, companionship, city or country life, watchdog, other pets, any climate
good with kids?yes, but supervise because of size
life expectancy:13-14 yrs
of interest:hair grows off the face in all directions
kennel clubs:akc-(toy dog group), fci-(Tibetan breeds dog group), uk-(utility dog group), ankc, nzkc-(nonsporting dog group), ukc-(companion dog group)
rescues:
photo of a shih tzu puppy photo of a shih tzu



Silky Terrier
silky terrier
silky terrier dog
australian silky terrier dog
Silky Terrier
australian silky terrier dog

height of a silky  terrier
group: toyheight: 9-10" / 22.86-25.4 cm
types:weight: 8-11 lbs / 3.62-4.98 kg
colors:steel/silver/slate/gray or pigeon blue and tan
physical traits:hardy, non-shedding, odorless, vigorous, physically strong, agile, robust, terrier-like
hair type:very long, flowing, glossy, fine, silky
personality/
temperament:
friendly, energetic, aggressive, loyal, devoted, adaptable, spirited, faithful, intelligent, terrier like, strong-willed, active, demanding, independent, yappy, alert, possessive, tireless, vocal.some may be shy, nervous, aggressive
maintenance/
special needs:
high, very long hair requires constant brushing to keep from matting, can't live outdoors, patience to train, not good with other pets, socialize with people early, protect from cold
nickname:Australian Silky Terrier, Sydney Silky Terrier, Silky Toy Terrier
origination:Australia, cross of Australian Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier, maybe Skye Terrier
bred for:companionship
identifying traits:
ideal for:family, apartments, city life, companionship, other pets, watchdog, hunt vermin
good with kids?yes, supervise because of size, intolerant if not properly socialized early
life expectancy:14 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(toy terrier dog group), ukc-(terrier dog group), ckc-as 'Silky Terrier'
rescues:
silky terrier dog
australian silky terrier dog



Toy Fox Terrier

height of a toy fox terrier
group: toyheight: 8.5-11.5" /
21.59-29.21 cm
types:weight: 3.5-7 lbs / 1.58-3.17 kg
colors:tricolor, white, chocolate/brown and tan, white and tan, white and black, white and black with tan
physical traits:diminutive, graceful, agile, compact
hair type:short, glossy, fine, smooth, satiny
personality/
temperament:
intelligent, courageous, devoted, loving, loyal, friendly, self possessed, spirited, fearless, endurance, determined, comical, entertaining, playful, scrappy, possessive, protective, easy to train, adaptable
maintenance/
special needs:
nickname:
origination:Great Britain from the Smooth Fox Terrier
bred for:
identifying traits:
ideal for:companionship
good with kids?
life expectancy:12-13 yrs
kennel clubs:akc-(toy dog group), ukc-(terrier dog group), arba-(companion dog group)
rescues:



Toy Manchester Terrier
Toy Manchester Terrier
Toy Manchester Terrier
Toy Manchester Terrier puppy
Toy Manchester Terrier Puppy
toy manchester terrier dog
toy Manchester Terrier puppy
Toy Manchester Terrier 

group: toyheight: 
std 15-16" /
38.1-40.64 cm
toy 10-12" /
25.4-30.48 cm
height of a toy manchester terrier dog
toy
height of a standard manchester terrier dog
standard
types:standard and toy
colors:black and tan
physical traits:
hair type:short, dense, glossy, smooth
personality/
temperament:
intelligent, alert, quick, lively, devoted, loyal, intuitive, affectionate, protective, piercing bark, cautious with strangers
maintenance/
special needs:
protect from cold, patience to train, not good with other pets, barks alot
nickname:English Toy Terrier, Black and Tan Toy Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, 'the gentlemen's terrier',
origination:Great Britain
bred for:hunting vermin, rats and rabbit hunting
identifying traits:
ideal for:companionship, as house dogs, apartments, city life, watch dog, warm climates, sheds little, has almost no odor, needs little exercise
good with kids?yes, but supervise with this small, delicate dog
life expectancy:12-13 yrs
kennel clubs:akc-(toy dog group), ankc, saku-'as English Toy Terrier'-(toy dog group), fci-'as English Toy Terrier'-(toy terrier dog group), ckc
rescues:
Manchester Terrier




Toy Poodle 



group: toy
height:
toy: 10" / 25.4 cm or under
mini: 10-15" / 25.4-38.1 cm
std: over 15" / 38.1 cm, 22-27" / 55.9-68.6 cm average
height of a toy poodle dog
toy
height of a miniature poodle dogminiature height of a standard poodle dogstandard 
types: toy, mini-(nonsporting group),standard-(nonsporting group)weight: 
toy: 6-9 lbs / 2.72-4.08 kg
mini: 15-17 lbs / 6.8-7.71 kg
standard: 45-70 lbs /
20.41-31.8 kg
colors:solid colors only: black, blue, brown/cafe au lait, gray/silver, apricot, cream, white
physical traits:
hair type:profuse, abundant, wiry/nappy, short, non-shedding, close curls
personality/
temperament:
active, elegant intelligent, proud, dignified, alert, dignified, takes direction well, quick learner, easy to train, obedient, thoughtful, active, elegant, good sense of humor, responsive, dependable, calm
maintenance/
special needs:
high, requires constant grooming to prevent matting, needs attention, special grooming for show, does not shed, virtually odorless unless when wet, overbreeding has resulted in susceptibility to physical and behavioral problems, yappy
nickname:Caniche, Pudel, Canis Familiaris Aquatius
origination:Germany/France. national dog of France
bred for:
identifying traits:walking pom-poms
ideal for:family, reliable companion, people with allergies, city or country life, trendy lifestyle, any climate
good with kids?yes
life expectancy:14-17 yrs
kennel clubs:akc-(toy: toy dog group, mini, standard: nonsporting dog group), fci-(standard, mini and toy: poodle dog group), ankc-(toy, mini, standard: nonsporting dog group), ukc-(toy, mini: companion dog group, standard: gundog group), saku, uk-(mini, standard: utility dog group), nzkc-(toy, mini, standard: nonsporting dog group), ckc



Yorkshire Terrier
photo of a yorkshire terrier
Yorkshire Terriers
photo of a yorkshire terrier dog
yorkshire terrier
photo of a yorkshire terrier dog

height of a yorkshire terrier
group: toyheight: 9" / 22.86 cm
types:weight: 5-7 lbs / 2.26-3.17 kg
colors:blue, dark steel blue and rich tan
physical traits:very small, dainty,
hair type:very long, glossy, fine, silky, soft, straight
personality/
temperament:
high spirited, affectionate, feisty, energetic, active, playful, independent, devoted, guardian, loyal, clever, tireless, loves attention, tenacious, fearless, yappy, stubborn. some may display nervousness
maintenance/
special needs:
high, constant brushing to prevent matting, gum disease, and collapsed windpipes, not good with other pets, not to live outdoors, protect from cold, groom for show, patience to train.
nickname:Yorkie
origination:Great Britain
bred for:ratting
identifying traits:
ideal for:companionship, apartments, city or country life, watchdog
good with kids?supervise because of small size
life expectancy:14 yrs
kennel clubs:akc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(toy dog group), fci-(toy terrier dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), ckc
rescues:
yorkshire terrier


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