A guide to 10 small dog breeds that stay tiny, including Chihuahuas, Pomeranians, and Toy Poodles. Each breed gets details on weight and temperament to help you pick the right fit for a small home.
Pearl is a Chihuahua dog who holds the Guinness World Record for the world's smallest dog. She's from Florida and weighs 500 grams. She's tiny, but did you know that there are other dog breeds that are also very small? You'll be surprised when you meet them. It's no coincidence that Pearl is so small. The Chihuahua breed is one of the smallest in existence. In general, they are dogs that weigh between 1 and 3 kilogram. They are stubborn dogs that are not aware of their size. That's why you can see them fighting with others much bigger than them. Although the Chihuahua is a small breed, the Prog Ratter is actually considered to be the smallest breed in the world. They weigh between 1 and 4 kg, but usually don't weigh 3. They are sociable, affectionate dogs and ideal for flats or small houses. Don't let their thick coat fool you. Underneath all that fur hides a tiny dog. Pomeranians weigh between 1 and 3.5 kilogram. They are very homely and affectionate dogs, but they also need daily exercise. In general, they tend to demand a lot of attention. There are four varieties of poodle in terms of size, toy, miniature, medium and large. However, only the toy is among the smallest dogs in the world. It weighs between 2.5 and 4kg, although it rarely reaches its maximum weight. They are active, intelligent dogs with character. In addition, they do not usually tolerate solitude very well. Have you met the little Russian dog? Outside of its country of origin, it is little known, but it is also considered one of the smallest. It weighs between 2 and 3 kg and stands out for its elegant appearance. In addition, it is active, cheerful and very curious. It loves to explore with its favorite human, with its white and silky coat. The Maltese Bichon is another of the smallest, weighing no more than 4 kilogram. They are active and playful dogs, but they need to be properly socialized from the moment they arrive home. If you don't know how to do it, in the video that we have left for you here above and in the description, we will teach you how to socialize a puppy. It is no secret that the Yorkshire Terrier would appear on the list of the smallest dogs that exist. The Federacion Sinologie International indicates in its breed standard that it should not exceed 3.2kg. However, there are currently specimens that exceed this weight. For this reason, the mini size is often differentiated from the medium size. For the fci, the only recognized one would be the mini. But for us, they are all beautiful. It stands out for being intelligent, alert and quite a barker. It is small but with a lot of character. We continue with one of the most graceful and adorable breeds, the Continental Toy Spaniel. You probably don't know the breed by this name, but if we say Papillon, we it sounds more familiar. This is because the Papillon is one of the two varieties that exist of this breed. It stands out for its straight, butterfly shaped ears that give it that characteristic appearance. The other variety is known as the Phalan. Unlike the Papillon, their ears are droopy. In both cases, we are dealing with small dogs that weigh between 1.5 and 4.5 kilogram. They are intelligent, sociable and alert. They always warn of any unusual sound or movement. This is the smallest variety of dachshund and could not be left out of this list. It weighs approximately 4.5 kg and is an adorable dog due to its body and elongated ears. Despite its size, many dachshunds are very brave, fast dogs with an excellent sense of smell. And we will finish with a dog originally from Japan, less well known than the previous one, but equally adorable. The Hispano and the Japanese weigh between 2 and 4 kg and are in general elegant and very particular. But their appearance is not the only thing that captivates us. They are sweet and charming dogs. And that's it for the 10 smallest dogs. Although we must confess that there are breeds that do not even reach 5kg and are considered just as small. Of course, we cannot forget the mixed breeds of each breed. Do you know of any other small dogs? Until next time, experts.
