Affenpinscher The Affenpinscher is very much a terrier - inquisitive, energetic, and bold - but is espescially playful. They make great dogs for those families who have a sense of humour themselves. | |
Australian Terrier The Australian Terrier is an adventurous little breed, who loves to play and have a good time. They are on the quieter side for a terrier, but are independent and head strong, nonetheless. | |
Basenji The Basenji is on the reserved side for a smaller breed, but still needs plenty of physical exertion. They are unique in that they can't bark - more of a howl or fox bark. | |
Bichon Frise The Bichon Frise is small in size but huge in personality. They are high energy and tend to bark a lot, making them a fun companion or reliable watchdog. | |
Border Terrier The Border Terrier is one of the more amiable and outgoing of the smaller breeds. | |
Boston Terrier The Boston Terrier is an intelligent breed that loves to please their owner. They are small and vocal, but are generally well behvaed when tended to properly. | |
Brussels Griffin The Brussels Griffin can often be arrogant and hard-headed, with a tendency to be overly confident. That said, it can make a good dog for a family without small children. | |
Cairn Terrier The Cairn Terrier is a tough little breed with lots of energy. They aren't compatible with most strangers or pets, but they are a loyal family dog. | |
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is the perfect house dog. It requires minimal upkeep, while also being very affectionate and loving. | |
Chihuahua The chihuahua is a small, but loyal dog breed. It is an energetic dog, but can get much of its excersize needs indoors. | |
Chinese Crested Dog The Chinese Crested Dog is playful and gentle. They are friendly with dogs and people alike and is eager to please. | |
Dachshund The Dachshund is a natural hunter, who has a strong affinity for its owner. Although small in size, they make fantastic watchdogs. | |
Dandie Dinmont Terrier The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a small, loving companion dog. Despite it's stature, it does enjoy a good hunt or some vigorous exercize. | |
The English Toy Spaniel is a great lapdog. They are both playful, as well as loyal and respectful of their owner and family. | |
French Bulldog The French Bulldog is much smaller than the average Bulldog. This, combined with their quirky, fun personality and low upkeep make them a prime candidate for a family dog. | |
Havanese The Havanese loves attention, and will do anything in its power to get more of it. As a small, toy breed it does not tolerate excessive exercize well. | |
Italian Greyhound The Italian Greyhound is a lively little breed, with lots of energy to burn. They can make a great family dog, although they are known to injure themselves from playing too hard with children. | |
Japanese Chin The Japanese Chin is a wonderful companion - friendly towards everyone and eager to please. They have a tendency to follow their owners everywhere they go, demonstrating their loyalty. | |
Lhasa Apso The Lhasa Apso is a self-sufficient and seemingly stubborn breed. With a moderate amount of exercize, though, these dogs can be a delightful family dog. | |
The Miniature Bull Terrier is much like it's larger counterpart, being mischievous and fun loving. It is small, but is certainly not a lap dog - they are strong and have a good amount of bulk. | |
The Miniature Pinscher is highly energetic and curious. Although standoff-ish to strangers, the Miniature Pinscher is very loyal to its family. | |
The Miniature Schnauzer is a great family dog. Friendly and outgoing, it enjoys a good, hard play session. Erring on the side of loud, it has a tendency to bark a lot. | |
The Norfolk Terrier is an extremely strong willed and independent breed. They can be difficult to control at time, as they are clever and energetic. | |
The Norwich Terrier may be a small breed, but they are adventurous and outgoing. They make great pets for those who enjoy a humourous - and at times challenging - dog. | |
The Parson Russell Terrier can be a handful with it's high energy and hunting instincts. A great canine for an owner who is also highly active, as well as a sense of humour. | |
The Pekingese is a small, fluffy breed that can come off as stubborn. They can be affectionate, but are a generally low energy breed. | |
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is an inquisitive and fun-loving dog, with high energy and a burning desire to play. | |
The Pharaoh Hound is a runner and hunter - they love activity. They also make great dogs indoors, as well, and are generally gentle with children and other dogs. | |
The Pomeranian is a fun, energetic small breed that enjoys plenty of play. They can bark a lot and are reserved with strangers. | |
Pug | |
Schipperke | |
Scottish Terrier | |
Sealyham Terrier | |
Shih Tzu | |
The Silky Terrier is a small, energetic canine that enjoys lots of interaction and play. They can be stubborn and independent minded. | |
The Skye Terrier is relativley calm for a terrier, suitable for city life. They still need daily exercize, though, as they have an instatiable desire to chase rodents and run hard. | |
The Smooth Fox Terrier is an energetic small breed that tends to let off steam both inside and out. | |
The Tibetan Spaniel is a loving, energetic small breed. They are stubborn and independent, but are very attached to their owner. | |
The Toy Fox Terrier is a hunting dog by nature and is very curious and energetic as a result. They are an extremley loving, fun breed for the family, or for a single owner. | |
The Welsh Terrier is relatively calm and mild-mannered as far as Terriers go. They can still be rambunctious, but are calm enough to serve as a great dog for indoors. | |
The Westhighland White Terrier is an energetic dog who loves attention but is largely self sufficient. | |
The Wire Fox Terrier should live indoors, but needs daily exercise outside.They require frequent grooming, but are very loving, affectionate dogs. | |
Yorkshire Terrier |