Small Dog Breeds
Discover the best small dog breeds perfect for apartments and small spaces. These compact companions are ideal for urban living and make excellent family pets.
Why Choose a Small Dog?
Perfect for Apartments
Small dogs are ideal for apartment living and don't require large yards or extensive exercise space.
Lower Maintenance
Generally require less food, smaller crates, and are easier to transport and care for.
Great Companions
Small dogs are often very affectionate and make excellent lap dogs and companions.
Longer Lifespans
Many small dog breeds have longer lifespans compared to larger breeds.

French Bulldog

Beagle

Chihuahua

Yorkshire Terrier

Pomeranian

Maltese

Shih Tzu

Papillon

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Shiba Inu

Boston Terrier

Dachshund

Italian Greyhound

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Shetland Sheepdog

Jack Russell Terrier

Scottish Terrier

West Highland White Terrier

Australian Terrier

Basenji

Poodle

Poodle (Miniature)

Pekingese

Lhasa Apso

Miniature Pinscher

Cardigan Welsh Corgi

Bichon Frise

Cairn Terrier

Smooth Fox Terrier

Wire Fox Terrier

Norfolk Terrier

Norwich Terrier

Sealyham Terrier

Silky Terrier

Skye Terrier

Welsh Terrier

Bedlington Terrier

Border Terrier

Dandie Dinmont Terrier

Miniature Schnauzer

Affenpinscher

Brussels Griffon

Havanese

Japanese Chin

King Charles Spaniel

Lowchen

Tibetan Spaniel

Toy Fox Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier (Long Coat)

Zuchon

American Cocker Spaniel

Norrbottenspets

Swedish Vallhund

American Hairless Terrier

Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Bolognese

English Toy Spaniel

German Spitz

Staffordshire Bullterrier

Pug

Puggle

American Terrier

Andalusian Terrier

Dandie Terrier

Fox Terrier

Kerryblue Terrier

Lakeland Terrier

Patterdale Terrier

Russell Terrier

Toy Terrier

Westhighland Terrier

Wheaten Terrier

American Eskimo Dog (Miniature)

Chinese Crested

Cocker Spaniel (American)

Coton de Tulear

English Toy Terrier

Griffon Bruxellois

Japanese Spitz

Kooikerhondje

Lancashire Heeler

Miniature American Shepherd

Pumi

Rat Terrier

Russian Toy
Caring for Small Dogs
Exercise Needs
While small dogs need less space, they still require daily exercise and mental stimulation.
Health Considerations
Small dogs can be prone to dental issues, patellar luxation, and hypoglycemia.
Training
Small dogs can be just as intelligent as larger breeds and benefit from consistent training.
Socialization
Early socialization is important to prevent small dog syndrome and fear-based aggression.