| Miniature dog breeds are very popular because their | | | | loves its' family. It does like strangers as well though, |
| small size means they are better suited to | | | | so is not a good choice for a guard dog. They like |
| apartments or houses with small backyards. | | | | plenty of activity, and love toys, although they have |
| Additionally, they are easier to control than very large | | | | pretty strong jaws and teeth so they tend to |
| dogs, and are generally cheaper to keep. They need | | | | destroy them quite quickly. Miniature bull terriers tend |
| less food and medication, though vet consultations | | | | to want to please their masters more than their |
| are a standard price. Even with longer haired miniature | | | | larger brothers. |
| dogs, it is easier to keep them brushed and groomed | | | | 2. Another dog to consider is the Lhasa apso. Lhasa's |
| compared to their larger cousins. | | | | have a distinctively beautiful long coat, and although |
| Just because a dog is small, however, does not mean | | | | they are lap dog size, they don't have the need to |
| that they all share the same temperament or activity | | | | be cuddled all the time like some other lap dogs. Like |
| levels. Some of these dogs come from a background | | | | cats, they are independent and will come for |
| where they were used for hunting, like the miniature | | | | attention when they want it, though they are very |
| dachshund, and others, like the Tibetan spaniel, bark | | | | affectionate by nature. Lhasa's are very loyal dogs, |
| a lot. The latter would thus not be ideal for | | | | with a capacity for stubbornness which means they |
| apartment living, unless you have very | | | | are better suited to those more experienced with |
| accommodating neighbors, or a sound proof | | | | handling dogs. |
| apartment. | | | | 3. The miniature poodle is always popular. It is one of |
| Small breeds that need a lot of exercise include the | | | | the most well behaved miniature dog breeds, and |
| dachshund, the Italian greyhound, and the Australian | | | | one that every dog lover should look into. Miniature |
| Terrier. Breeds like the maltese, pugs, and chihuahuas | | | | poodles can grow up to 20 pounds, and stand about |
| will all do well exercising in a small backyard. If you do | | | | 15 inches in height. This breed is very intelligent and |
| have a dog in an apartment, it is suggested that he | | | | great with small children. |
| be taken for a walk once or twice a day outside. | | | | 4. The miniature schnauzer weighs in at around 15 |
| This basically goes for all miniature dog breeds. | | | | pounds. This miniature dog breed is affectionate, and |
| As far as which miniature dog breed to buy, there | | | | is always up for a bit of fun. In addition, they are |
| are many to choose from. As an owner you need to | | | | great for both country and city environments. |
| decide which will best suit your needs. Look into | | | | Miniature dog breeds have had quite a surge in |
| things such as temperament, size, and any features | | | | popularity the last few years, no doubt influenced by |
| that will make your buying decision easier, such as | | | | the celebrity trend to carry them around in large |
| coat length and care, and barking tendencies. | | | | handbags everywhere. Like all dogs, these too need |
| Here are four miniature dog breeds that you may | | | | their exercise, so a diamante studded collar and leash |
| want to check out before you make a purchasing | | | | would no doubt be preferred than the gilded cage of |
| decision. | | | | a Louis vitton. |
| 1. The miniature bull terrier is a very playful dog that | | | | |