A complete list of dog breeds you should know: Super small dog

Pet 8:41am, 28 May 2025 149

Super-small dog and its characteristics

(<6.5kg)

Pander-dog

Pander-dog is a breed with a long history, beautiful appearance and unique personality. Its unique ear shape and flowing hair make it very attractive in appearance, while its lively, cheerful, smart and loyal personality traits make it very popular.

1. Source

1. Origin: The history of the pterodendron can be traced back to the 16th century and is an ancient dog breed.

2. Origin of the name: It was called the Pygmy Beagle in the early days. Later, it was named the Pygmy Dog because its ears were upright and tilted to both sides of its head, shaped like butterfly wings.

3. Social status: Beloved in the court of Louis XIV in France, becoming a pet of the nobles, and establishing his status in the dog world.

2. Features

(I) Appearance features

1. Ears: The ears are large and upright, with rich decorative hair, and shaped like butterfly wings.

2. Head: The head is small, medium width, and is rounded arched.

3. Hair: The hair is long and rich, flowing and elastic, and the hair on the back and sides of the body is particularly straight.

4. Tail: The tail is long and tall, often placed on the back.

(II) Characteristic characteristics

1. Lively and cheerful: The pterid dog has a lively personality and likes to play, which can bring joy to its owner.

2. Loyalty and smart: Very loyal to the master, and also very smart, easy to receive training.

3. Sensitive and delicate: The pterid dog is very sensitive to the emotional changes of its owner and can perceive its owner's joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness.

4. Strong possessiveness: The pterid dog has a certain degree of exclusiveness and has a strong desire to pay attention to and protect its owner.

Teddy

Teddy is a very popular pet breed. Its small and cute appearance and smart and docile personality make it very popular. Whether it’s a family pet or a companion dog, a Teddy can be a great choice. But one of Teddy's famous shortcomings is that it is "extreme sexual desire".

1. Source

1. Origin and time: The Teddy Dog originated in the United States and its history can be traced back to the early 20th century.

2. Breed Improvement: Initially, the Teddy was obtained by a veterinary doctor named William Henry Dunn, through selective breeding to improve the appearance and character of a German shepherd. These dogs are called "Dunn's dogs" because they originated from Dr. Dunn's family. Over time, the appearance and personality of Dunn's dogs were gradually improved, and eventually formed the Teddy breed we now know.

3. Relationship with Poodles: Teddy is actually a poodle style, and many people don’t know this. Teddy is a type of poodle, often showing its unique appearance through trimming and beauty.

2. Features

(I) Appearance features

1. Body size: The Teddy is a small dog, small in size, and is very suitable as a family pet.

2. Hair: The hair is soft, curly, and has a variety of colors, but the hair color of purebred Teddy dogs is usually uniform and there will be no miscellaneous hair. It should be noted that Teddy's hair is prone to fading, so the owner needs to pay attention to care.

3. Head and eyes: The head is round, with cute eyes, very cute.

(II) Characteristic traits

1. Smart and clever: Teddy dogs have a high IQ, are easy to receive training, and can quickly learn various movements and instructions.

2. Clichy: Teddy dogs are very dependent on their owners and like to get close to their owners. They are typical clingy dogs.

3. Be gentle and obedient: very friendly to both the owner and the children, gentle in character, and easy to get along with.

4. Lively and cute: The Teddy dog ​​is lively and active, likes to play, and often shows its cute side.

5. Loyalty: Show strong loyalty to the master, and sometimes even take risks to protect the master.

Pomeranian

Pomeranian is a small toy-watching dog from the Pomeranian region. It has a small and cute appearance, a lively and happy personality, close to humans, and is easy to train.

1. Source

1. Breed name: The Pomeranian name comes from the Pomeranian region on the coastal border of Poland and Germany. This is because the Pomeranian has been successfully improved in the area and has been gradually cultivated into a playboy.

2. Ancestral background: The Pomeranian's ancestor was a sled dog in the Arctic, which later gradually degenerated and evolved into a pointed-mouthed dog breed.

3. Historical development: Early Pomeranians were larger in size, mostly white. However, since the 19th century, after selection and breeding, the Pomeranian has gradually evolved into the small dogs with fluffy and soft fur that are seen today.

2. Features

(I) Appearance features

1. Body size: Pomeranian is a small dog breed, small and cute, suitable for companion dogs.

2. Head and facial features: The head is slightly round, like a fox's head, with a short and delicate tone; the eyes are medium-sized, slightly oblique and almond-shaped; the ears are small, high, and relatively close to each other.

3. Hair: The neck is long and thick, much like a scarf; the hair is soft and thick, and usually has a fluffy appearance.

4. Tail: The tail is high, curled forward on the back, and has thick decorative hair.

5. Color: Pomeranians have various fur colors, and white and brown are more common.

(II) Characteristic traits

1. Lively and happy: Pomeranian has a lively personality, likes to play, and has strong adaptability. She can adapt to both single-bedroom apartments and larger residences.

2. Get close to humans: Pomeranians like to sit on their owner's lap or lie in their arms to enjoy tender caresses, which are easy to integrate into the family.

3. Curious and alert: Pomeranians have curious nature, and at the same time show alertness and remain alert to their surroundings..

4. Easy to train: Pomeranian is smart and easy to train. After training, it can be used as a hearing aid dog, search dog, rescue dog and healing dog.

Maltese dog

Maltese dog is a small toy-seeing dog native to the island of Maltese, with an elegant appearance and a gentle and friendly personality.

1. Source

1. Origin and history: The Maltese dog is native to the British territorial island of the Mediterranean, hence the name. This breed has a history of nearly three thousand years and is one of the oldest toy dogs. As early as the 4th century BC, the Maltese dogs had become the enjoyment dogs of Roman and Greek nobles.

2. Companion of the nobles: His ancestors may have been the earliest appreciation dog in Europe. He was brought to England during the reign of Emperor Henry VIII and became an indispensable caring companion dog in the palace. It has always been loved by nobles and is regarded as a precious pet and companion.

2. Features

(I) Appearance features

1. Body shape and hair: The Maltese dog is a small breed with long and soft coats, flat and silky, hanging down to the ground to the side of the body. Its single layer of coat has no hair and looks very elegant.

2. Head and facial features: the head is medium-sized, with a slightly rounded top of the head to the cap; the roots of the ears are low and drooping, forming a large number of long haired ear edges with hair; the eyes are large and oval, bronze-colored, and the eye sockets are black; the nose is black, and the snout is moderate and delicate.

3. Body structure: The Maltese dog has a compact torso, a horizontal back, and a stretched rib; its front legs are straight and its palms are strong, and its hind legs are strong; its feet are small and round, and its toes are black.

(II) Characteristic characteristics

1. Gentle and friendly: The Maltese dog has a gentle personality, looks cute, likes to play, and is also very lively. They are especially friendly to children and are ideal family pets and playmates for children.

2. Climbing loyalty: Maltese dogs like to be held by people, are very loyal to their owners, and show strong clingy traits. They establish a deep emotional bond with their owners and are satisfyingly gentle dog breeds.

3. High alertness: Although it is very friendly to family members, the Maltese dogs are very alert to strangers, so they are also good gatekeepers.

4. Long lifespan: Maltese dogs have relatively long lifespans, and if managed properly, they can reach a rare age.

Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier is a toy-watching dog with a unique historical background and charming characteristics. Its compact body shape, gorgeous appearance and smart personality make it an ideal pet choice for many families.

1. Source

Yorkshire Terrier is a kind of British appreciating dog, also known as Yang Ji, whose historical origin can be traced back to the mid-19th century. At that time, in the British industrial city of Yorkshire, the Yorkshire Terrier came into being because poor workers and miners in textile mills needed a kind of dog to expel mice.

It is said that when some Scots went south to find a job, they carried various terriers such as Scay Terrier with them. These terriers mate with the local indigenous dogs, eventually forming the Yorkshire Terrier. In addition, the Yorkshire Terrier also contains blood from Marcis, black and brown terrier, Manchester terrier, and short-footed long-haired terrier.

2. Features

1. Body shape and appearance: The Yorkshire Terrier is petite, second only to the Chihuahua small dog. The quilt is as smooth as silk, like a girl's hair, pouring down from her head, neck and torso, dazzling. The head is often decorated with ribbons and has a naughty character like a squad. This puppy has the charm of "upper lady's boudoir" and is known as a "moving gem".

2. Character and behavior: Yorkshire terriers usually show a brave, confident, lively and active personality. Despite their small size, they dare to face challenges and novelties, full of curiosity and adventure. At the same time, the Yorkshire Terrier has a high IQ, strong learning ability, easy to train and learn new skills, and good at imitating human language and movements, which can bring endless fun and surprises to the family. In addition, they are enthusiastic and loyal to their owners and more cautious with strangers, but are generally friendly and loyal companion dogs.

Beijingbadog

Beijingbadog is a dog breed with a profound historical heritage and a unique aristocratic temperament. It is elegant and smart and is loved by people.

1. Source:

Jingzhu, also known as the palace lion and Pekingese, originated in China and has a very long history.

Its history can be traced back to the Qin Shihuang era and continued as a palace-based appreciation dog until the Qing Dynasty. Among all dynasties, the Jingzhu dogs were favored by the royal family and were one of the few dog breeds allowed to be raised by the royal family. According to historical records, there were cases of being sentenced for smuggling a Beijing-baby dog ​​in the Tang Dynasty. Even when the emperor died, he would use this dog to be buried with him, which means that the emperor could return to his next life together.

This breed of dog that has been monopolized by the royal family since it is recorded has a rare and pure bloodline and elegant and mysterious aristocratic color.

In 1893, the first Jingzhu was exhibited in England, and was the focus of its amazing beauty and legendary history. In 1906, the Jingzhu was officially registered in the United States and quickly gained the love of Americans.

2. Features

(I) Appearance features

1. Head: The head of the Jingba is wide, flat between the ears, and the ears are sagging in a heart-shaped shape; the hair on the head spreads to the surroundings, forming a chrysanthemum-shaped decorative hair, which is very distinctive.

2. Face: The mouth and nose are short and wide, the nose is flat and slightly upturned, the nose end is black, and the bridge of the nose is folded; the eyes are large and round, slightly convex, black, the distance between the eyes is wide, and there are black circles around the mouth, nose and eyes.

3. Body size and limbs: short stature, wide in front and thin in the back, moderately open ribs, flat back; short and thick limbs, slightly curved outwards.

4. Tail: The tail is curled and curled upward, the tail end is more hairy and scattered to the left and right sides, in the shape of a chrysanthemum.

5. Fur color and lifespan: The lifespan of a Jingba is usually 12-13 years. Its fur colors are diverse, but each fur color looks very elegant and exquisite..

(II) Character and behavioral characteristics

1. Smart and alert: Jingba is smart, smart, brave and stubborn, very easy to train, and can quickly understand and execute the master's instructions.

2. Docile temperament: Although brave and stubborn, the Jingba is very docile and cute, has great affection for the owner, and is very dependent on the owner, and likes to interact and play with the owner.

3. Be cautious with strangers: The Jingba is more vigilant and suspicious about strangers, and has a certain ability to keep a home and protect the hospital.

4. Physical characteristics: The Jingba dog has poor ability to resist diseases and harsh environments. It may experience difficulty breathing in summer and has relatively weak adaptability to the environment. Therefore, when raising Jingzhu, special attention should be paid to providing it with a comfortable living environment and strengthening health management.

Shit Tzu

Shit Tzu is a breed with a unique appearance and personality traits. They are beautiful, elegant, lively, smart and loyal.

1. Source

The Shih Tzu, originally named Lion Dog, is native to China. It was originally raised in a temple in Tibet as a watchdog. Its name comes from its beautiful appearance and elegant temperament, which is quite similar to the ancient Chinese beauty Xi Shi, so it is named.

Legend has it that in the mid-17th century, the Lhasa lion dog dedicated to the emperor from Tibet and the Pekingese were obtained by crossing it with the Shih Tzu. Subsequently, this breed gradually gained attention and love in China.

In 1930, China carried out cultural exchanges with many European countries, and the Shih Tzu was also introduced to the European continent and gradually gained worldwide recognition in the years that followed.

2. Features

(II) Appearance features

1. Body size: The Shih Tzu is a small dog breed, with a petite and exquisite body, usually no more than 28 cm in height, and a weight generally about 6 kg.

2. Hair: Shih Tzu's hair is one of its most prominent features. It has long, soft hair with a thick texture and needs to be combed regularly to maintain its elegant appearance. The hair has various colors, and the common ones include black, white, brown, etc.

3. Head and facial features: the head is round and wide, the eyes are big and round, the eyes are bright and expressive; the ears are drooping, covered with thick hair; the muzzle is short and wide, the nose is black, and the muzzle is short and soft beard is short and soft.

4. Tail: The tail is upturned, with rich fur, and looks very cute.

(II) Character and behavioral characteristics

1. Lively and friendly: The Shih Tzu has a lively and cheerful personality, likes to get along with others, and is very friendly and patient with family members, especially children. She is an ideal family pet.

2. Loyalty and cleverness: The Shih Tzu is very loyal to his master and is willing to be by his master at all times. At the same time, they are also quite smart, easy to train, and can quickly learn various movements and instructions.

3. Sensitive and delicate: The Shih Tzu is very sensitive to the emotional changes of the owner, and can sense the owner's joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness, and respond accordingly. They like to be paid attention to and loved by their owners and do not like to be alone for a long time.

4. Strong adaptability: Shih Tzu can adapt to different living environments, whether it is urban apartments or rural villas, can live happily.