The tiny faces. The high-pitched yaps. The outfits. The drama! Welcome to the world of toy dog breeds. Here are 10 of the cutest pups to look out for.
AFFENPINSCHER
HEIGHT: 9-12" WEIGHT: 7-10 lbs PERSONALITY: Goofy, Proud ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate SHEDDING FACTOR: Hypoallergenic LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12 to 15 years
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BIEWER TERRIER
HEIGHT: 7-11" WEIGHT: 4-8 lbs PERSONALITY: Smart, Loving ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate SHEDDING FACTOR: Low LIFE EXPECTANCY: 16 years
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CHIHUAHUA
HEIGHT: 5-8" WEIGHT: 6 lbs PERSONALITY: Charming, Independent ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate SHEDDING FACTOR: Low LIFE EXPECTANCY: 14-16 years
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HAVANESE
HEIGHT: 8.5-11.5" WEIGHT: 7-13 lbs PERSONALITY: Smart, Social ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate SHEDDING FACTOR: Hypoallergenic LIFE EXPECTANCY: 14-16 years
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MALTESE
HEIGHT: 7-9" WEIGHT: 6-7 lbs PERSONALITY: Sweet, Elegant ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate SHEDDING FACTOR: Low LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12-15 years
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YORKSHIRE TERRIER
HEIGHT: 7-8" WEIGHT: 7 lbs PERSONALITY: Affectionate, Lively ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate SHEDDING FACTOR: Hypoallergenic LIFE EXPECTANCY: 11-15 years
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TOY POODLE
HEIGHT: 10" WEIGHT: 5 lbs PERSONALITY: Intelligent, Confident ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate to High SHEDDING FACTOR: Hypoallergenic LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10-18 years
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POMERANIAN
HEIGHT: 6-7" WEIGHT: 3-7 lbs PERSONALITY: Lively, Adaptable ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate to High SHEDDING FACTOR: Moderate LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12-16 years
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PEKINGESE
HEIGHT: 6-9" WEIGHT: 14 lbs PERSONALITY: Confident, Loyal ACTIVITY LEVEL: Low SHEDDING FACTOR: Moderate LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12-14 years
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PAPILLON
HEIGHT: 8-11" WEIGHT: 5-10 lbs PERSONALITY: Happy, Outgoing ACTIVITY LEVEL: High SHEDDING FACTOR: Moderate LIFE EXPECTANCY: 14-16 years