Top 10 best smallest dog breeds xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 1) Chihuahuas (This is a Mexican dog breed and is well known for its fierce bark, short stature and big ears. It is the world’s smallest dog and doesn’t weigh more than 6-pounds. However, not all the Chihuahuas are petite. They aren’t more than 5 inches. They live about 12 to 20-years) 2) Yorkshire Terrier (Now what is the smallest dog breed in the world after Chihuahuas? Well they are Yorkies. They grow to a height of 8 – 9 inches, weighing between 4 and 7 pounds with a lifespan of 12 to 16-years) 3) Dachshunds (Dachshunds cannot be missed out. If you are aware of them then you might have known that they come in only 2 sizes – miniature and standard. Surprisingly, there is another size making it third called “Kaninchen”, meaning “Little Rabbit”. These dogs measure a height of only 5 to 6 inches if it’s of the type miniature but if they are Standard they are of 8 to 9-inches. Miniatures weigh only 11 pounds or even less whereas standards weigh about 16 – 32 pounds) 4) Toy Poodle ( They grow to a height of 10 inches or even less with a weight between 5 & 10 pounds. They have a lifespan of over 14 to 18-years. Size usually differentiates the Toy Poodles. However, these stylish dogs are smart and they even make brilliant family dogs) 5) Maltese (These are fearless, smart and gentle. They have a white cloak covered with silky hair. They grow to a height of 8 – 10 inches and weigh between 4 and 7 pounds. They have a lifespan of 15 – 18 years) 6) Papillon (They measure with a height of 8 – 11 inches and weigh around 3 to 12 pounds with a lifespan of about 13 to 17 years) 7) Japanese Chin (This affectionate and bright dog is a great entertainer. This dog puts on entertaining shows for his dear family but does not like to strut before strangers. They stand with a height of 8 – 11 inches & typically weigh around 4 – 7 pounds) 8) Bichon Frise (Bichon Frise makes to the small dog breeds list too. They are very cheerful and measure a height of 11-inches. However, they weigh between 10 pounds & 20 pounds. They have striking black eyes and are very fluffy. Puppies might have cream or pale yellow color) 9) Pomeranian (This is one of the best small dog breeds in the world and I am sure you might have heard about them. It measures around 8 – 12 inches with a weight of 3 to 7-pounds. They have a lifespan of 15 years or even more) 10 )Pug (They measure a height of 12 – 14 inches and weigh 14 – 18 pounds. Pugs usually have a glossy, smooth and a short coat. They need occasional brushing and come in colors like black, silver, apricot, and fawn)
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