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Miniature Dog Breeds
Miniature Dog Breeds (Yorkshire Terrier)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,
- They are easy to transport, making them excellent travel companions
- They don’t eat much, so food costs are reasonable.
- Many were bred for centuries solely to be companions, so they have learned how to do this job very well.
- They are easier to manage overall.
- They make excellent choices for first-time dog owners.
- They thrive in virtually any environment
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.
Miniature Dog Breeds
Affenpinscher
Height: 10-12 in (25-30
cm)
Weight: 8-13 lb (4-6 kg)
Origin:
Germany
Ease of Training: Moderate
Alaskan Klee KaiAlaskan Klee Kai
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
American Eskimo DogAmerican Eskimo Dog
Height: 15-19 in Standard
12-15 in Miniature
9-12 in Toy
Weight: 20-40 lb Standard
11-20 lb Miniature
6-10 lb Toy
Origin: USA
Ease of Training: Moderate
American HairlessAmerican Hairless
Height: 10-18 in (25-46 cm)
Weight: 7-13 lb (3-6 kg)
Origin: USA
Ease of Training:
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Australian TerrierAustralian Terrier
Height: Up to 10 in (Up to 26 cm)
Weight: Up to 15 lb (Up to 7 kg)
Origin: Australia
Easy of Training: Easy
Basenji
Height: 16-17 in (40-43 cm)
Weight: 20-24 lb (9-11 kg)
Origin: Central Africa
Ease of Training: Challenging
Beagle
Height: 13-16 in (33-40 cm)
Weight: 20-24 lb (9-11 kg)
Country of Origin: UK
Ease of Training: Moderate
Bedlington Terrier
Height: 16 in (41 cm)
Weight: 17.5-23 lb (8-10.5 kg)
Origin: UK
Easy of Training: Easy to Moderate
Bichon Frisé
Height: Up to 12 in ( 30 cm)
Weight: 6-13 lb (3-6 kg)
Origin: France/ Belgium
Ease of Training: Easy
Biewer TerrierBiewer Terrier
Height: Up to 8.5 in (22 cm)
Weight: Up to 7 lb (3.1 cm)
Origin: Germany
Ease of Training: Moderate
BologneseBolognese
Height: 10-12 in ( 25-30 cm)
Weight: 5.5 - 8.8 lb (2.5-4 kg)
Origin: Italy
Ease of Training: Easy
Border Terrier
Border Terrier Height: 13 in (33 cm)
Weight: 11-16 lb (5-7 kg)
Origin: UK
Ease of Training: Easy to Moderate
Boston Terrier
Height: 15-17 in (38-43 cm)
Weight 11-24 lb (5-11 kg)
Origin: USA
Ease of Training: Easy to Moderate
Brazilian TerrierBrazilian Terrier
Height: 13-16 in (33-40 cm) Males are larger
Weight: Up to 22 lb (10 kg)
Origin: Brazil
Ease of Training: Moderate
Brussels Griffon
Also Known As Griffon Bruxellois
Height: 10 in (25 cm)
Weight: About 9 lb ( 4 kg)
Origin: Belgium
Ease of Training: Easy to Moderate
Cairn TerrierCairn Terrier
Height: 11-12 in (28-31 cm)
Weight: 13-18 lb (6-8 kg)
Origin: UK
Ease of Training: Easy to Moderate
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Height: 10 -13 in ( 25-43 cm)
Weight: 10-19 lb (4-9 kg)
Origin: UK
Ease of Training: Easy
Cesky TerrierCesky Terrier
Height: 10-13 in (25-32 cm)
Weight: 13-22 lb(6-10 kg)
Origin: Czech Republic
Ease of Training: Moderate
Chihuahua
Height: 5 in (13 cm)
Weight: 1-6 lb (0.5-2.5 kg)
Origin: Mexico
Ease of Training: Easy
Chinese Crested
Height: 9-13 in (23-33 cm)
Weight: Up to 12 lb (5.5 kg)
Origin: China
Ease of Training: Easy
Coton de TuléarCoton de Tuléar
Height: 10-11 in (25-28 cm)
Weight: 12-15 lb (5-7 kg)
Origin: Madagascar
Ease of Training: Easy
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