Bichon Frise
The Bichon Frise dog is a breed
that is sweet tempered, merry, and eager to please. The
Bichon Frise dogs are very entertaining and make for
great companions. The Bichon Frise dog have a very
gentle nature and are sensitive and affectionate. The
Bichon Frise is a little dog that loves to play. The
Bichon Frise dog loves to be sociable and has plenty of
personality and a fun loving disposition. The Bichon
Frise is a dog that loves to spend time with his family
and loves interaction with humans and other dogs and
pets. The Bichon Frise dog do need plenty of attention
and devotion, and love to perform tricks and show off.
The Bichon Frise dogs are very adaptable, and will be
happy in various living environments. The Bichon Frise
dog although enjoys playing outside as well as to go for
walks. The Bichon Frise is not a dog for someone that
likes to spend too much time outdoors.
The Bichon Frise is fine for novice dog owners as well
as more experienced ones. The Bichon Frise dog will fare
well around considerate children. The Bichon Frise dog
will also get on well with other pets and is amiable
around strangers. These dogs are not bossy or dominant,
but they can be very independent. Housebreaking the
Bichon Frise can be a difficult task. Some can be quite
noisy with their high pitched barks. All in all, the
Bichon Frise is a wonderful little dog with a cheerful
outlook, lots of enthusiasm, a sociable personality, and
is perfect as a family pet or companion dog.
The Bichon Frise is a small toy
dog breed known for its white puffball coat. These dogs
are very affectionate and get along with people, kids
and other pets. As "people" dogs, they should not be
left alone for long periods of time. The Bichon Frise is
a great indoor dog that requires minimal exercise such
as a short daily walk. Although it does not shed much,
it has above average grooming requirements in order to
maintain its beautiful, unmated, pure white coat. The
Bichon Frise is not suitable as a guard dog, watchdog or
primarily outdoor dog.
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Bolognese
The Bolognese dog is cheerful,
intelligent, focused and obedient. The Bolognese dog is
highly attached to its owners, following them from room
to room. The Bolognese does not bark frequently, but
will raise the alarm at potential dangers, making a good
watchdog. It is playful and affectionate, bonding
closely with its owners. The Bolognese is less energetic
than the Bichon Frise. It makes an excellent companion.
The Bolognese enjoys the company of other dogs, pets,
and children. Young children should be supervised around
the Bolognese (as with all small breeds) for its
protection. As it enjoys being with its family, the
Bolognese should not be left alone often. It is
reserved, but not aggressive, with strangers.
The Bolognese enjoys the
company of other dogs, pets, and children. Young
children should be supervised around the Bolognese (as
with all small breeds) for its protection. As it enjoys
being with its family, the Bolognese should not be left
alone often. It is reserved, but not aggressive, with
strangers.
The Bolognese (called the
Bichon Bolognese) is a small, sturdy dog with a fluffy
and dense white coat, consisting of long locks with no
undercoat. Toy dog and shares many physical
features with those of its cousins, the Bichon Frese,
the Maltese, and the Bichon Havanese. The Bolognese is
of a solid build, with its body length being equal to
its height at withers. The head is of average length and
ears are set wide apart, giving the Bolognese a square
appearance.
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Brussels
Griffon
Alert and intelligent, the
Brussels Griffon is a delightful toy dog that is ideal
for a companion dog. Spirited and curious, this is a dog
that can be very comical and entertaining when he wants
to be, but will also be happy to snuggle up on the lap
of his owner. These dogs are independent and can have
something of a manipulative streak if not properly
trained and managed, but he is also sensitive,
intelligent, and fun to be around. The Brussels Griffon
dogs does get on with children, but is better around
older children who are more considerate, as boisterous
younger children could put him in danger due to his
small size.
The Brussels Griffon dog, named for
the city of his origin, Brussels, Belgium, is a lively,
sturdy toy dog who is intelligent, alert and has a
terrier like disposition. Also known as the Griffon
Bruxellois, he attracts attention by his almost
humanlike, quizzical expressions. Even though he
requires the protections need by any toy breed, the
Brussels Griffon is a bright and alert companion.
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Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is a dog that is the smallest of the dog
breeds, Affectionate, loving, and entertaining, this is
a dog that loves to both give and receive attention. The
Chihuahua dog will follow you everywhere around the
house and loves nothing more to cuddle up on your lap
while you're watching TV. Intelligent and eager to
please, the Chihuahua dog is very responsive and
playful. However, it is important to remember that the
personality of Chihuahuas can vary. Whereas some may be
very confident and friendly, others may be reserved and
stand offish. The Chihuahua dog usually gets very
attached to his family. The Chihuahua dog have been
known to have a jealous streak if he feels he isn't the
centre of attention. Another dog or person is getting
more attention than him can result in destructive
behavior. The Chihuahua gets along well with older,
gentle children and will tolerate other dogs when
properly socialized with them.
Early and continued socialization is important in order
to ensure that your Chihuahua has a stable and even
temperament. The genetic temperament of the parents of
your Chihuahua will often determine how he is likely to
turn out. Many Chihuahuas dogs do have very outgoing
personalities, and are very inquisitive and surprisingly
bold for their size. Sociability with strangers will
again depend upon the personality of the individual dog,
but many are reserved and wary around strangers. The
Chihuahua dog does bark to raise the alarm is something
is amiss. This makes him quite an effective watchdog.
The Chihuahua dog has a high learning rate but a
stubborn attitude at times, which makes him best suited
to those with some experience of dog ownership.
Housebreaking the Chihuahua dog breed can also be
difficult.
The Chihuahua is known by its small size, big ears,
large, dark eyes and its eccentric personality. Some
have even joked that the Chihuahua is not really a dog
but a descended of rats. Although small in body and
size, it is a strong, robust breed. The body is longer
in length than its height, and the coat can either be
long or short depending on the variety. Colors include
brown, fawn, chestnut, and black and tan. To this day,
this dog breed remains one of the most popular.
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Chinese
Crested
The Chinese Crested is a small dog with plenty of love
and affection to give. The Chinese Crested dog has a
real love of human company. The Chinese Crested is a dog
that is for those with plenty of time to commit and
dedicate to their dog, as this breed does not like to be
neglected. The Chinese Crested has plenty of spirit and
is cheerful, playful, and lively. The Chinese Crested
dog is also alert, intelligent, and inquisitive, and is
quick to learn. The Chinese Crested dog can be very
independent and strong willed. The Chinese Crested loves
to climb, play, and perform tricks, and this breed is
very fond of spending time with his owners to the point
where he has become known by some as a 'velcro dog'.
The Chinese Crested gets on well with older, considerate
children that will be gentle with him. The Chinese
Crested dog also gets along with other pets, although he
can sometimes get a little jealous. When it comes to
strangers, the Chinese Crested dog can be a little
reserved and timid. The gentle and bright nature of the
Chinese Crested makes him well suited to inexperienced
dog owners as well as more experienced owners. It is
important that the Chinese Crested is socialized early
on, as otherwise timidity can set in, and the dog may
become highly strung and over emotional. However, with
effective training and early socialization the Chinese
Crested can make a great little companion dog and pet.
The Chinese Crested is an excellent family dog that is
intelligent, isn't prone to outbursts of energy, and
especially the hairless variety can be quite the
conversation piece. It has two varieties – the hairless
breed that only has hair on its head, tail and feet, and
the “powder-puff” breed that has a long coat. Chinese
Crested dogs body
size can range from small to medium and they have a long
muzzle, a wide skull, dark eyes, and large ears. Both
varieties come in a large number of colors whether
solid, spotted, or mixed.
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Dachshund
A lively and sweet natured
creature, the Dachshund is a dog that makes a loyal and
devoted pet for the right owner. These dogs are well
suited to both inexperienced and experienced dog owners,
as they are adaptable, intelligent, and sociable. The
Dachshund is not the right choice for those with little
time to dedicate to a pet, as they do need love,
attention, and companionship. He tends to get along well
with older, gentler kids. The Dachshund loves to be
around other Dachshund dogs, and with early
socialization should get along fine with other pets.
When it comes to strangers the reaction of the Dachshund
can vary depending on his personality - some will be
fine with strangers and others may be aloof.
The Dachshund dog is widely popular
for its elongated body and short stumps for legs.
However, even with such a small height, This dog is quite a
strong and muscular breed of dog. Aside from its long body, it
also possesses an elongated head to match, with arched
eyebrows, a long snout or muzzle, with teeth that
possess a scissors bite. Dachshunds normally grow about
42 teeth in their lifetime. It wears an intelligent
expression on its face, thanks to its oval eyes, which,
can also come in other colors such as dark red, or brown
black. It has long ears that reach to its cheeks, and a
tail that is in line with the back. Another point of
attraction for this breed is its shiny fur, which is
uniform in length.
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English Toy
Spaniel
The English Toy Spaniel is a sweet
natured, undemanding, and friendly dog, with an amiable
personality. This a gentle nature dog, with a lot of
affection to give to his owners. The English Toy Spaniel
has low demands and sweet in nature. This breed of dog
is well suited for the elderly or those that are unable
to provide much in the way of exercise for their pet.
The English Toy Spaniel is also well suited for the
inexperienced owner as well as the more experienced, and
is a small dog that makes a great companion pet. English
Toy Spaniel dog that prefers to be pampered and loves
his comforts.
These dogs will get along okay with older children that
are more considerate, but they do not like being teased
or handled roughly so are not well suited to younger,
boisterous children. These dogs tend to get on well with
other pets, but can be reserved when strangers are
around. The English Toy Spaniel is a very fast learner
and is obedient, which means that training shouldn't
prove too much of a problem but beware, as some English
Toy Spaniels can have a stubborn streak.
The English Toy Spaniel is a
sturdy and small spaniel with a deep black pug nose with
open nostrils. It has round large and dark eyes and a
sweet expression. The English Toy Spaniel’s ears are
long and feathered. The ears hang along the cheeks. The
coat of an English Toy Spaniel is soft, silky and well
feathered. It comes in four colors which are King
Charles (black and tan), Ruby (solid red and sometimes
with a few streaks of white hair or a white patch on the
chest), Blenheim (with red markings, or a red “thumb
print” centered on the forehead), and Prince Charles
(tri color, consisting of white with black and tan
markings. The tail is usually docked.
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Löwchen
The Löwchen is a dog with lots of
character and a cheerful personality. This spirited
little dog makes a good family pet and companion.
Intelligent, the Löwchen is quick to learn and eager to
please. The Löwchen is a dog that is entertaining and
fun to be around. Löwchen is a dignified and sensible
dog that thrives on attention from his family. In return
this dog has lots of love and affection to give. Löwchen
loves to play and join in with all the family fun. This
dog will also be content to simply snuggle up and relax
with you. These mild mannered dogs can sometimes lean
towards timidity, and this means that early
socialization is important in order to promote
confidence and improve social skills. A well socialized
Löwchen will get along well with children, providing
that they are gentle and considerate, and will also get
along well with other pets.
The Löwchen breed has been known
as the Little Lion Dog or Petite Chien Lion. It is a
small compact dog with a well proportioned body. It has
a short head, which is characteristically wide, as well
as a tail that is set high in a “cup handle” position as
it walks. Its eyes are dark and round, nose is black or
brown, and ears are moderately long with fringe. Its
coat gives it a cuddly appearance – dense, soft,
slightly wave, and comes in any colors. When Löwchen
puppies are born in solid black color, they will soon
transform into other color/s after a few days.
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Maltese
The Maltese dog is affectionate and loving that makes a
great companion dog. The Maltese is a faithful companion
dog and a good family pet. These dogs are well suited
for the inexperienced dog owners as well as to the more
experienced. This breed of dog is highly intelligent and
alert, that will help in there training. Although they
can be very difficult to housebreak, the Maltese dog has
plenty of energy and spirit, and loves to play. The
Maltese dog has an inquisitive and curious nature, and
for a small dog can be quite confident when well
socialized. These dogs enjoy a variety of mental
stimulation to keep them alert. The Maltese is a dog
that thrives on the love, affection, and companionship
of his family, and is not the breed for those with
little time to dedicate to a pet. He makes an effective
watchdog, as he will bark to raise an alarm or to
announce visitors. The Maltese gets along well with
children but does not like to be handled roughly, so
gentler, older children are best suited to this breed.
The Maltese, also known as Bichon Maltese, is a very
handsome dog that is often depicted in paintings. Its
long, silky, luxurious coat gives it this darling
appearance. This coat even gets as long as 22 cm. This
is often white in color, although it can also be light
ivory. Its ears and tail are long, and covered with
hair. Its eyes are round, dark, and dark-rimmed. Its
nose is black. Although fine-boned, this breed is
sturdy.
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Papillon
The Papillon dog is a very intelligent toy dog that is
quick to learn and eager to please. These dogs excel in
obedience and agility training. The Papillon dogs make
excellent companion dogs and family pets. Although
elegant and graceful, the Papillon dog breed also has
plenty of energy and loves to play. The Papillon dogs
are small dogs and have lots of personality and
character. This dog breed also has plenty of stamina and
enthusiasm for everything they do. The Papillon dog is
an excellent tracker dog. Papillon dogs loves to work
and also enjoys getting involved with family activities
and fun. The Papillon dog is not a breed for those that
do not have the time to dedicate to interacting with
their dogs. The Papillon is an alert dog with plenty of
spirit, and is an ideal choice for active owners. These
intelligent and keen dogs make obedience training easy
and fun. Although owners will need to exercise
assertiveness and confidence with these Papillon dogs in
order to try and combat the Papillon dogs bossy and
possessive streak. The Papillon dog is a quick learner
and easy to train, making him ideal for the more
inexperienced dog owner as well as for those with
experience. However, he can be difficult to housebreak.
A keen barker, the Papillon dog makes an effective
watchdog but can get a little noisy! The Papillon will
get along fine with older, gentler children. He is not
suited to younger or more boisterous children because
his tiny size means that he can get injured easily.
These dogs will also be friendly and welcoming around
strangers, and tend to get along fine with other small
dogs and cats, although he may try and stand up to
larger dogs. While some dogs can be confident and
sociable, others may be more timid and nervous. Early
socialization can help to promote a stable temperament
and attitude. The Papillon dog is a very versatile pet,
and is suited to apartment living as well as living in a
house.
Often called the "Butterfly Dog" because of its fringed
ears that resemble a butterfly's outspread wings, the
Papillon ("Pappy-Yon") is one of the oldest purebred
Toys. It appears in paintings in Italy as far back as
the 15th century. In France the court ladies and royal
children were frequently painted with a Toy Spaniel pet,
as the breed was then known. These Toy Spaniels dogs had
drooping ears, but otherwise the prettiest of them were
unmistakably the same breed we have today. It is often
said that the Papillon is a big dog in a little dog's
body. They can do virtually all that a larger dog can
do, but with less effort, upkeep, and space
requirements. Truly, their unique beauty goes far beyond
their glorious ears!
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Parson Russell
Terrier
The Parson Russell Terrier, until
2003, was known as the Jack Russell Terrier. This dog is
an active and determined breed with plenty of spirit.
The Parson Russell Terrier dog is enthusiastic in about
everything that he does. Stamina and courage, the Parson
Russell Terrier dog is fearless and will take on a dog
five times his size if he feels like it. These dog
breeds are playful, love to be part of family
activities, and are very affectionate. The Parson
Russell Terrier dog also have a strong independent
streak. The Parson Russell Terrier does need plenty of
exercise and activity, but due to his inquisitive nature
he needs to be kept in a safe and secured area whenever
he is not on a leash. This is not the dog breed for
those with little time for their pets, as the Parson
Russell Terrier dog can get easily bored without
interaction and stimulation. This can result in
destructive behavior. The Parson Russell Terrier dogs
love to dig, and his tendency to bark makes the Parson
Russell Terrier an effective watchdog.
The Parson Russell Terrier is an intelligent dog and a
quick learner, but his stubborn and assertive
personality can make him a handful when it comes to
training. The breed is therefore best suited to those
with some experience of dog ownership. With praise and
reward based training methods the Parson Russell Terrier
dog can do very well in obedience, however you will need
a lot of patience and consistency with this breed while
training. The Parson Russell Terrier dog will get along
well with children that are gentle and considerate, and
will usually get along fine with strangers. However, the
Parson Russell Terrier can be aggressive with other
dogs, and his high prey drive means that he may chase
smaller animals and move in for the kill. The Parson
Russell Terrier dog will terrorize the cat and make
lunch of the pet rabbit. They should never be left
unsupervised with another Parson Russell Terrier, as
this could result in tragic consequences.
The Parson Russell Terrier dog, has a
flexible, slender build and long legs that make it an
ideal hunting companion. Its coat can be either broken
or smooth, though always coarse and adaptable to varying
weather conditions. It has v-shaped ears that bend
forward, dark eyes shaped like almonds, a black nose,
and a tail that’s set high on its back.
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Toy Fox
Terrier
The Toy Fox Terrier is a comical, entertaining, and
playful little dog. Even when he grows up, the Toy Fox
Terrier will want to play and be active in activity.
Spirited, determined, and with lots of courage, the Toy
Fox Terrier dogs make great companions and family pets.
The Toy Fox Terrier dogs are suited to both experienced
and inexperienced dog owners. The Toy Fox Terrier has a
protective streak when it comes to his loved ones, knows
no fear, and will bark to raise the alarm, all of which
makes him an effective watchdog. The Toy Fox Terrier
dogs does have a fair amount of energy and likes to
play. However, he is adept at entertaining himself
indoors and is not demanding in terms of activity. The
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are agile and quick on their feet,
with an inquisitive nature. This means that you need to
ensure that any play area provided for him is safe and
secure to prevent escape. The Toy Fox Terrier dogs has a
keen sense of smell and sight, and is intelligent and
responsive.
The Toy Fox Terrier is ideal for those that like to
cuddle their pets, as he loves being handled. However,
he does not appreciate being roughly handled. The Toy
Fox Terrier dogs is best around older, gentle children.
The Toy Fox Terrier dogs eagerness to please coupled
with his intelligence makes training less of a
challenge. Beware, housebreaking could be quite a
different matter. The Toy Fox Terrier gets along fine
with other pets in most cases, but he will not be bossed
around by them. The Toy Fox Terrier is not at all afraid
to stand up to another animal. These dogs are adaptable
in terms of their living environment, as they will amuse
and entertain themselves. However, they do thrive on the
interaction and affections of their owners.
The Toy Fox Terrier, also known by its alternative names
– American Toy Terrier or Amertoy, is a small terrier
type breed of dog. It is characterized by its
predominantly solid head with a definite stop separating
the domed skull from the narrow muzzle and a short tail
that is carried high. Its eyes are dark and round while
its ears are V-shaped and erect. The Toy Fox Terrier
possesses a generally athletic appearance due to its
flexible muscular body.
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