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Miniature dog breeds are those that are small and stay small throughout their life.
Are you ready to be owned by a miniature or small breed dog? Most small breed dog owners usually feel that way.
Let's face it, you are their companion and protector.
You are also their nurse, food server, hair stylist, pedicurist, mother/father, taxi driver, custodian, and anything else that your opposable thumb can do for them.
Sounds like a lot of work without much pay, but most owners will tell you that small dogs are simply the best.
"Why", you ask? Well,
Beyond the obvious similarities, miniature dog breeds vary widely according to temperament, activity levels, grooming needs, trainability, friendliness, and affection levels.
So, if you are interested in a pint-sized pooch, a little bit of research before you buy is essential.
Remember, the one thing that all miniature dog breeds have in common is that cuteness factor. It's hard to resist that tiny puffball with such a big personality.
All of these Dogs are 22 pounds (10 kg) or smaller. You may notice that some of these breeds are also listed on our Medium Size Breeds Pages. That is because their weight range falls into both categories.
Height: 10-12 in (25-30
cm)
Weight: 8-13 lb (4-6 kg)
Origin:
Germany
Ease of Training: Moderate
Height: Up to 13 in (33 cm) (Toy)
13-15 in (33-38 cm) (Miniature)
15-17 (38-44 cm) (Standard)
Weight: Up to 9 lb. (4 kg) Toy
9-15 lb (4-7 kg) Miniature
15-22 lb ( 7-10 kg) Standard
Origin: USA
Ease of Training: Moderate
Height: 10-18 in (25-46 cm)
Weight: 7-13 lb (3-6 kg)
Origin: USA
Ease of Training:
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Height: Up to 10 in (Up to 26 cm)
Weight: Up to 15 lb (Up to 7 kg)
Origin: Australia
Easy of Training: Easy
Height: 13-16 in (33-40 cm)
Weight: 20-24 lb (9-11 kg)
Country of Origin: UK
Ease of Training: Moderate
Height: Up to 8.5 in (22 cm)
Weight: Up to 7 lb (3.1 cm)
Origin: Germany
Ease of Training: Moderate
Height: 10-12 in ( 25-30 cm)
Weight: 5.5 - 8.8 lb (2.5-4 kg)
Origin: Italy
Ease of Training: Easy
Height: 13-16 in (33-40 cm) Males are larger
Weight: Up to 22 lb (10 kg)
Origin: Brazil
Ease of Training: Moderate
Height: 11-12 in (28-31 cm)
Weight: 13-18 lb (6-8 kg)
Origin: UK
Ease of Training: Easy to Moderate
Height: 10-13 in (25-32 cm)
Weight: 13-22 lb(6-10 kg)
Origin: Czech Republic
Ease of Training: Moderate
Height: 10-11 in (25-28 cm)
Weight: 12-15 lb (5-7 kg)
Origin: Madagascar
Ease of Training: Easy
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