The Pomeraniens wigh from three to seven pounds, and in a wide variety of colours and colour combinations. The tinies remain one of the most popular of the Toy breeds. This is a dainty, profusely coated little dog. The Pomeranian is an ideal house pet for adults who spend a lot of time indoors. The breed makes a good watch dog, manages with a minimum of ecercise and enjoys the pampered life. |
Tiniest member of the Poodle trio, the Toy Poodle mesures 10 inches or under at the shoulder, while the miniature mesures from 10 to 15 inches. Bright, amusing, good natured and clever, the Poodle can be an ideal companion for the less active and those with limited living accommodation. The breed makes a fine little watch dog, protective of his home but not given to senseless barking. The Poodle is not fragile, but neither is it robust enough to be considered suitable as a small child's pet. |
Puppies are almost black at birth, the coat clearing to steel blue with tan head and legs by one year. Daily brushing in essential. This breed is not a breed for young children, but rather an ideal choice for stay-at-homes. It does make an alert watch dog. |
Alert and spirited, the Chihuahua is personality in a small package. It may become very attached to its owner and willing to please. This swift-moving little dog with its saucy expression, rounded skull and flaring ears is so small that it can get the exercise it needs just by running aroud the house or apartment. The diminutive dog may weigh from 1-6 lb (0.5-3 kg) but dogs weighing 2-4 lb (1-2 kg) are preferred. Any colour is permitted. Grooming needs are minimal. |
This is an elegant, long-coated breed measuring about 9 to 10 inches at the shoulder. All colours are acceptable. The breed is alert, lively, enjoys a good walk, loves human companionship and makes an excellent pet for apartment dwellers. |
The mini is intelligent; easily trained, he does well in obedience, and on the home font he makes a super watch dog that's devoted to his family. His size, up to 14 inches at the shoulder for either sex. His nonshedding coat makes him the perfect choice for those who suffer from allergies. The coat maybe salt-and-pepper, black-and-silver or solid black. |
The sheltie measures 13 to 16 inches at the shoulder; the double coat is dense and may be black, blue merle, or sable marked with white and/or tan. He has a strong desire to please and excels in obedience work. This breed has become popular as a family pet. |