Small Dog Breeds List

Lists of All Types of Small Dogs and Dog Puppy Breeds

Small Dog Breeds - Our list of small dog puppy breeds offers information and pictures for all small types and breeds of dogs. Includes small dogs puppies for adoption, small dog rescue organizations, a list of small mixed breed dogs, the best small dogs for children, small dogs and puppies for sale, small dog supplies including houses, beds and clothes for small dogs, and even information on housebreaking a small puppy dog breed.

Small dogs are extremely popular as pets. They're easy to fit in small spaces, and usually don't require a great deal of exercise. There are a number of dog breeds that fall into the Small dog breed category; both purebred and mixed breed small dogs fit the bill. Small dogs generally weigh less than 25 pounds. There is a variety of types of small dogs. In purebred dogs, small dogs can be found in the AKC's Toy Dog Breeds group, as well as in the Non-Sporting and Terrier dog breed groups. There are also many mixed small dog breeds that are very popular, especially with elderly dog lovers and those with allergies.

Small dog ownership offers many benefits;

Small dog breeds tend to live longer.
Small dogs make wonderful pets and companions.
Small dogs are cute, making them welcome travelling companions.
Small dogs are portable - they can easily be carried with you when you go to work or school.
Small dogs are well suited to city apartment living.
Small dogs make great companions for elderly or disabled dog lovers, since they don't require a lot of exercise, or can get the exercise they need just from playing indoors.

Below you'll find our Small Dog Breeds list. We've included information on which types of small dog breeds are best for children, which are the best small dog breeds for family pets, hypoallergenic (non-shedding) small dog breeds, small dog breeds that make great watchdogs, and small dog breeds that are a good fit for households with other family pets such as cats or small animals and birds. We have also included a list of small dog breeds that make the best family pets and do well with older children, small dogs that are hypoallergenic or non shedding breeds, small dogs that make good watchdogs and small dogs that do best with strangers and other pets. Through the use of our comprehensive list of Small Dog Breeds, you can make an educated decision about the best all round small dog breed for your family.

Small Toy Dog Breeds

An adorable Pug puppy

Small Terrier Dog Breeds

A Pair of Spunky Border Terriers

Other Small Dogs

A Boston Terrier puppy - personality plus!

Small Long Haired Dog Breeds

Looking for a small dog breed with lovely long locks? The following is a list of long haired small dog breeds.

A comical Brussels Griffon Puppy

Best Small Dog Breeds For Families with Small Children

Children and small dog breeds are not always a good fit. Many small dog breeds are too delicate and fragile to withstand a toddler's well-meaning (usually) but clumsy and sometimes painful play sessions. There are a few small dog breeds that are better suited to families with small children and are listed below. Keep in mind that a toddler should NEVER be given unsupervised access to any dog, regardless of breed.

Hypo-Allergenic Small Dog Breeds

If you have dog allergies but would still love to own a dog, there are a number of small dog breeds that have been known to be less of a problem for allergy sufferers. Some types of small dog breeds are low-shedding, and/or produce less of the protein in their saliva that creates allergens in the home. While these breeds are reputed to be hypoallergenic, there are no guarantees, and it's very important to ensure that you can live with a dog or puppy before you commit to adopting one. This can often be accomplished by spending some time with a breeder among their dogs and puppies to see how your allergies respond. Fastidious house cleaning (vacuuming and dusting), along with regular grooming and bathing of your dog can go a long way towards harmonious coexistence of dogs and allergy sufferers.

Small Dog Breeds that Make Good Watch Dogs

Small dog breeds tend towards yappiness. This barking, while somewhat annoying, can make certain small dog breeds excellent watchdogs. While their size may not scare away intruders, their shrill bark will certainly warn you to the presence of intruders.