Tiny dogs are a salvation for residents of big cities. They are comfortable in the apartment, they can be taken with them almost anywhere, and the issue of moving is much easier to solve. Thinking about which breed to pay attention to? Then, especially for you, we have compiled the top 20 smallest dogs in the world!
20. Pekingese
Average height and weight: 23 cm / 6.4 kg.
The ancient decorative breed is more than two thousand years old. Once only representatives of noble families could afford miniature Pekingese, so the kid's temper remained royal.
19. Affenpinscher
Average height and weight: 30 cm / 6 kg.
The old variety of pinschers is distinguished by a rather large spread in weight - from 3 to 6 kg. Even adult dogs resemble puppies with an adorable muzzle.
18. Coton de Tulear
Average height and weight: 28 cm / 6 kg.
The Madagascar breed is becoming more and more popular in our latitudes, because it is very obedient and easily gets along with other animals. Elegant miniature dogs weigh from 3.5 to 6 kg.
17. Chinese Crested Dog
Average height and weight: 33 cm / 5.4 kg.
This breed would definitely be in the top of the most recognizable dogs in the world. They are very sociable and ready to stay with the owner for days, attracting the attention of everyone around with their outstanding appearance.
16. Miniature Pinscher
Average height and weight: 32 cm / 5 kg.
Although the breed was bred for a different purpose, but outwardly it almost does not differ from the Doberman, just in miniature. With its modest size, the dog is strong, hardy, with a toned muscular body.
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15. Rabbit dachshund
Average height and weight: 16 cm / 5 kg.
Rabbit is the smallest of all dachshunds and with the lowest average height: from 12 to 16 cm. They were bred specifically to catch prey in rabbit holes.
14. Papillon
Average height and weight: 28 cm / 4.5 kg.
The adorable and decorative eared ears are an old breed of small dogs dating back to the sixteenth century. According to the standard, 4.5 kg is the maximum weight, but there are individuals and a little more than 2 kg.
13. Australian Silky Terrier
Average height and weight: 26 cm / 4.5 kg.
The main feature of the breed is its long coat, which really resembles silk. Despite its modest size, the Australian Terrier is an excellent hunter.
12. Brussels griffin
Average height and weight: 25 cm / 4.5 kg.
The eccentric griffin has a funny expression on its face and a good-natured disposition. Sometimes there are very small dogs, up to 18 cm in height.
11. Bolognese
Average height and weight: 30 cm / 4 kg.
A funny Italian lapdog resembles a plush toy both externally and with its affectionate character. Sometimes there are smaller individuals - about 2.5 kg.
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10. Toy poodle
Average height and weight: 28 cm / 4 kg.
Not everyone knows, but even the poodle has its own tiny toy version weighing just over 3 kg. Like their large relatives, they are very elegant, calm, balanced and intelligent.
9. Maltese
Average height and weight: 28 cm / 4 kg.
The Maltese lapdog is on average slightly smaller than its Italian sister. It seems that at least half of the weight is a luxurious thick wool of a snow-white shade.
8. Toy fox terrier
Average height and weight: 28 cm / 4 kg.
A tiny version of the large fox terrier is almost indistinguishable from it in appearance. Small individuals can be even lighter - only 1.5-2 kg, but at the same time they are very active and playful.
7. Japanese Chin
Average height and weight: 27 cm / 4 kg.
The favorite of the Japanese and Chinese emperors resembles a small, cheerful lion because of its characteristic "mane". For their size, Chins have a very long, thick and voluminous coat.
6. English Toy Terrier
Average height and weight: 30cm / 3.6kg.
The graceful toyi are the undisputed leaders of this top, because they were originally bred as a small copy of large breeds. But the character of this kid is surprisingly combative, so he requires serious training.
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five.Pomeranian
Average height and weight: 28 cm / 3.5 kg.
It seems that most of the Pomeranian is its plush coat. It is surprising that in real life babies evolved from tall sled dogs.
4. Yorkshire Terrier
Average height and weight: 23 cm / 3.2 kg.
Miniature Yorkies cannot weigh more by the breed standard. The smallest dog in history was York Sylvia, weighing only 113 g, although she only lived for 2 years.
3. Russian toy
Average height and weight: 28 cm / 3 kg.
In Russia, two varieties of the tiny breed were bred - smooth-haired and long-haired. For the Russian Toy, 3 kg is the limit, because the weight of adult dogs starts from 1.5 kg.
2. Prague rat-boy
Average height and weight: 23 cm / 3 kg.
The rat-rats almost got ahead of the Chihuahua, and only because the smallest individuals are still slightly larger. The ideal weight for the breed is considered to be 2.5-2.7 kg.
1. Chihuahua
Average height and weight: 23 cm / 3 kg.
These Chinese babies are considered to be the smallest dog breed in the world, as individual individuals can weigh an astonishing 0.5-1 kg. The smallest living chihuahua now weighs 675 g and her name is Boo Boo.
