Category Archives: Small dogs

Tend to be delicate dogs that are often not good companions for small children, but are excellent companions for adults and older, considerate children. Most have a much lower energy level than the dogs in other categories.

Chihuahua facts

The Chihuahua, named after the state in Mexico, is the smallest canine in recorded history, weighing in as little as one pound!Some sorces trace the breed to South America; it is believed variously that the dog, or dogs similar to … Continue reading

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Affenpinscher facts

Comically serious, the Affenpinscher is remarkable in its smub contentment and self-importance. Its name to English-speaking fanciers is unforunately meaningless. In German, the word affen means “to mock”; pinsher, terrier. The description affenartig means monkeylike, of course appropriate in describing … Continue reading

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