6 Best, Cutest, and Smartest Small Dog Breeds

Which is the best small dog breed? It all, of course, depends on your personality and preference. Do you want a fluffy and curly dog, or are you looking for a hypoallergenic dog breed? Maybe you want a dog that almost takes care of itself, or a genuine lap dog that loves to snuggle. So which puppy should you get? There’s a dog breed for almost everyone. We’ve found pros-and-cons videos for 6 cute, smart, and fun small dog breeds.

Italian Greyhound

The Italian Greyhound is the smallest of all sighthound breeds and is known as a velcro dog since they love to snuggle with their owners at all times. It weighs less than 5 kilos and stands 32-38 centimeters to the withers. It’s c… Read full text

Italian Greyhound

The Italian Greyhound is the smallest of all sighthound breeds and is known as a velcro dog since they love to snuggle with their owners at all times. It weighs less than 5 kilos and stands 32-38 centimeters to the withers. It’s capable of reaching speeds up to 60 km/h and has been used to hunt rabbits and hares. Their life expectancy is about 14 years. The Italian Greyhound can also be called Italian Sighthound, or simply “Iggy”. It’s a hypoallergenic dog breed.

Dachshund

Fully grown, the Dachshund weighs between 7.5 to 14.5 kilos and measures between 20-23 centimeters to the withers. There are also miniature varieties that weigh between 3.5 and 5.5 kilos. Their life expectancy is between 12-16 yea… Read full text

Dachshund

Fully grown, the Dachshund weighs between 7.5 to 14.5 kilos and measures between 20-23 centimeters to the withers. There are also miniature varieties that weigh between 3.5 and 5.5 kilos. Their life expectancy is between 12-16 years. The Dachshund is also known as wiener dog, sausage dog, or badger dog.

Scottish Terrier

The Scottish terrier has been the dog of choice for two former US presidents, Franklin Delano Roosevelt and George W. Bush. They can make good watchdogs. The life expectancy for the breed is usually between 11-13 years. They measu… Read full text

Scottish Terrier

The Scottish terrier has been the dog of choice for two former US presidents, Franklin Delano Roosevelt and George W. Bush. They can make good watchdogs. The life expectancy for the breed is usually between 11-13 years. They measure around 25 centimeters to the withers and weighs between 8-10 kilos.

Bichon Frise

The name Bichon Frise comes from the French “bichon à poil frisé” which means “curly-haired small dog”. The breed has also been known as “the Tenerife” since the early breed was introduced to this Canary Island by Spanish sailors…. Read full text

Bichon Frise

The name Bichon Frise comes from the French “bichon à poil frisé” which means “curly-haired small dog”. The breed has also been known as “the Tenerife” since the early breed was introduced to this Canary Island by Spanish sailors. Bichon Frises typically weighs between 5-8 kilos and measures 24-29 centimeters in withers height. Their lifespan is 14-15 years.

Miniature Pinscher

The Miniature Pinscher, also called Min Pin, might be a mix between German Pinscher, Italian greyhound, and Dachshund. The breed is very old, but the earliest documentation is from less than 200 years ago. It’s a very active small… Read full text

Miniature Pinscher

The Miniature Pinscher, also called Min Pin, might be a mix between German Pinscher, Italian greyhound, and Dachshund. The breed is very old, but the earliest documentation is from less than 200 years ago. It’s a very active small dog, which weighs between 3-5 kilos and measures 25-32 centimeters to its withers. Its life expectancy is 12-16 years.

Jack Russel Terrier

Many Fraiser fans know this dog breed from the popular TV series, where two dog actors, father, and son, portrayed Eddie, Frasier’s father’s dog. The Jack Russell Terrier breed is a small dog that weighs between 6-8 kilos and meas… Read full text

Jack Russel Terrier

Many Fraiser fans know this dog breed from the popular TV series, where two dog actors, father, and son, portrayed Eddie, Frasier’s father’s dog. The Jack Russell Terrier breed is a small dog that weighs between 6-8 kilos and measures 25-30 centimeters to the withers. Their average life expectancy is 12-14 years.