Small Dog Breeds

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Pekingese. Legend has it that this native of present-day Beijing, China, is the offspring of a lion and a monkey. The PekingesePekingese Book
First raised as palace pets by ancient Chinese royalty, the Pekingese have been in Europe and America for approximately a century. Barron's Peking... is a bold, regal toy dog that has an enthusiastic bark rivaling the Chihuahua's.

Pembroke Welsh corgi. At about 25 pounds, the Pembroke Welsh corgiWelsh Corgi Book
Pembrokes and cadigans are related breeds of Welsh Corgi, and are described together here. Barron's Welsh Corgi Book is filled with hand... is a popular pet. This stocky short tailed breed has a natural herding instinct and may attempt to herd his family, especially small children. This instinct, however, is even stronger in the Cardigan.

Poodle - Miniature. The poodle is a very popular breed, especially the miniature poodle. The standard poodle is also popular and, when sporting his show cut trim, can cause lots of stares.

Pug. For such a small dog, there's a lot of love stuffed into the pug's body. A clown by nature, the pug demands attention and adoration, but returns both in greater measure.

Puggle Since 2005 puggles, have been the new mixed breed (or more eloquently termed hybrid or designer breed) on the block. Puggles are a beagle and pug crossbreed.

Puli. This Hungarian breed has a strange hair coatHerbal Groom Shampoo 12 oz
Bio Groom Herbal Groom Shampoo 12 oz is the Best Of Nature - Botanical Extract Shampoo Concentrate. This all natural tearless conditioning shampoo tr..., similar to the komondor. Developed as a herding dog, the puli is a much smaller and darker version of the other mop head breed.

Schipperke. Pronounced "skipper-kee," the Skips (as they are nicknamed) were originally bred as watchdogs, hunters of vermin and as companions. They excel at all three.

Scottish terrier. This working dog from the Scottish Highlands weighs around 15 to 20 pounds. Most often black, the Scottie is highly intelligentRed Kong
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Kyjen Launch-A-Ball is the ultimate dog toy for interactive play and exercise. Simply snap the two pieces together and you are ready for a fun and eas.... Tough and compact, the Scottie is a loyal and protective family member.