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Good for Apartment Life Dog Breeds
Nicole Cosgrove
A big factor in the breed and size dog you can get is where you and therefore it will live. It does not make sense to have a large and active dog crammed into a small living space, the dog would be unhappy and that would make you unhappy too. There are some dogs though that are fine living in smaller spaces, apart from the rules of your building, it does not have to stop you from being a dog owner. Here is a look at dog breeds that are good for apartment life. More searching can also be done with the Dog Breed Selector on the right.
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Germany, United States |
| Popularity | Not very popular – ranked 123rd by the AKC |
| Size | Can come in Toy, Miniature and Standard |
| Weight | 6 to 40 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 19 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Quite intelligent – well above average |
Breed Traits
Alert
Watchdog
Stubborn
Energetic
Affectionate
Sensitive
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United States |
| Popularity | High |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 5.5 to 26 pounds |
| Height | 7 to 18 inches at the shoulder |
| Life span | 14 to 16 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Love to explore
Alert
Inquisitive
Affectionate
Smart
Playful
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Australia |
| Popularity | High |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 8 to 11 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 10 inches at the shoulder |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Companion
Loyal
Playful
Intelligent
Smart
Easy to train
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Germany |
| Popularity | Not that popular – ranked 141st by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 7 to 9 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Quite intelligent – above average |
Breed Traits
Watchdog
Affectionate
Loyal
Happy
Curious
Playful
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Australia |
| Popularity | Not very popular – ranked 130th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 9 to 14 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 11 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Quite intelligent – above average |
Breed Traits
Stubborn
Mischievous
Entertaining
Playful
Spirited
Lively
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United States |
| Popularity | Quite popular – it is ranked 30th by the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 15 to 30 pounds |
| Height | 14 to 16 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Very good – it is a smart dog |
Breed Traits
Affectionate
Loyal
Watchdog
Great family dog
Hunter
Social
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Greece |
| Popularity | Not a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 7 to 18 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 13 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 16 years |
| Intelligence | Average to above average |
Breed Traits
Devoted
Affectionate
Social
Outgoing
Happy
Confident
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Germany |
| Popularity | Registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Toy |
| Weight | 4 to 7 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Very good – bright dog |
Breed Traits
Affectionate
Devoted
Alert
Bold
Fearless
Tenacious
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Brazil |
| Popularity | Not a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 15 to 22 pounds |
| Height | 13 to 16 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Above average |
Breed Traits
Perky
Intelligent
Playful
Intelligent
Spirited
Active
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | UK |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 82 by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 12 to 16 pounds |
| Height | 10 to 11 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Above average |
Breed Traits
Intelligent
Good Family dog
Affectionate
Alert
Joyful
Smart
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | U.S.A |
| Popularity | Very good – Ranked 22nd by the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 10 to 25 pounds |
| Height | 15 to 17 inches |
| Life span | 10 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Very good – It is a smart breed |
Breed Traits
Enthusiastic
Smart
Alert
Friendly
Calm
Eager to please
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Belgium, Spain, France |
| Popularity | Quite popular – ranked 44th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 7 to 16 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Very good – Quite intelligent |
Breed Traits
Friendly
Cheerful
Loving
Affectionate
Sweet natured
Intelligent
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | England |
| Popularity | Very popular – ranked 5th by the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 20-25 pounds |
| Height | 13-16 inches at the shoulder |
| Life span | 10-15 years |
| Intelligence | Average |
Breed Traits
Gentle
Loving
Good natured
Great family dogs
Affectionate
Loyal
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Belgium |
| Popularity | Not very popular – ranked 95th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 6 to 12 pounds |
| Height | 7 to 9 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Below average – training will not be super quick |
Breed Traits
Playful
Lively
Curious
Sparky
Affectionate
Happy
Hypoallergenic
Can be
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | The Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 87th by the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 20 to 26 pounds |
| Height | 15 to 17 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Low – training will take longer than most dogs |
Breed Traits
Watchdog
Alert
Independent
Difficult to train
Energetic
Outgoing
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Popularity | Not popular – ranked 151st by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 17 to 23 pounds |
| Height | 15 to 18 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 16 years |
| Intelligence | Fairly intelligent – average |
Breed Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Loyal
Somewhat sensitive
Playful
Energetic
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Italy |
| Popularity | Not a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 5 to 12 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Above average |
Breed Traits
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal companion
Devoted
Curious
Entertaining
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Mexico |
| Popularity | High – Ranked 30th by AKC |
| Size | Toy |
| Weight | Six pounds or less |
| Height | 6-10 inches at the shoulder |
| Life span | 10-18 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Intelligent
Cute
Lively
Affectionate
Eager to please
Funny
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Czech Republic |
| Popularity | Not popular – ranked 184th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 13 to 23 pounds |
| Height | 10 to 13 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Good – about average |
Breed Traits
Watchdogs
Alert
Playful
Patient
Loyal
Joyfull
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Africa or Mexico, China |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 75th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 5 to 12 pounds |
| Height | 11 to 13 inches |
| Life span | 13 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Average |
Breed Traits
Lively
Playful
Affectionate
Happy
Loyal
Joyfull
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | UK |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 70th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 13 to 18 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 13 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Above average |
Breed Traits
Intelligent
Brave
Bold
Alert
Loyal
Cheerful
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Originally England, later revived by an American breeder |
| Popularity | 18th on the AKC list |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 13 to 18 pounds |
| Height | 12 to 13 inches |
| Life span | 9 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Very good – quite an intelligent dog |
Breed Traits
Intelligent
Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Eager to please
Gentle
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Madagascar |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 85th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 8 to 13 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 14 to 18 years |
| Intelligence | Very good – learns quite quickly |
Breed Traits
Friendly
Intelligent
Lively
Playful
Cheerful
Eager to please
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | France |
| Popularity | Not recognized by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 12 to 14 pounds |
| Height | 11 to 13 inches |
| Life span | 13 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Calm
Playful
Loyal
Affectionate
Loving companion
Entertaining
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Denmark and Sweden |
| Popularity | Not yet a fully registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 15 to 25 pounds |
| Height | 12 to 15 inches |
| Life span | 10 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Lively
Intelligent
Friendly
Great companion
Playful
Active
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Netherlands |
| Popularity | Not a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 20 to 24 pounds |
| Height | 14 to 17 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Intelligent
Loyal
Affectionate
Gentle
Loving
Playful
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Popularity | Not popular – ranked 177th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 8 to 24 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches |
| Life span | 11 to 13 years |
| Intelligence | Fair – needs 40 to 80 repetitions before it learns a new command |
Breed Traits
Loyal
Sensitive
Independent
Social
Loving
Playful
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Germany |
| Popularity | High |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 8-9 inches at the shoulder |
| Height | 16-32 pounds |
| Life span | 12-15 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Smart
Playful
Mischievous
Alert
Hunter
Fearless
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | France and the UK |
| Popularity | Quite popular – It is ranked 6th according to the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 16 to 28 pounds |
| Height | 11 to 13 inches |
| Life span | 11 to 13 years |
| Intelligence | Average – it is not considered to be very intelligent |
Breed Traits
Affectionate
Friendly
Comical
Happy
Quiet dog
Entertaining
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Cuba |
| Popularity | Very good – 24th as ranked by the AKC |
| Size | Toy, Small |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Very good – this is a smart dog, one of the quicker toy breeds |
Breed Traits
Affectionate
Gentle
Companion
Cheerful
Intelligent
Sociable
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Italy |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 71st by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 7 to 14 pounds |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Fair to average |
Breed Traits
Affectionate
Loyal
Social
Friendly
Happy
Intelligent
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Iceland |
| Popularity | Not very popular – ranked 145th by the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 20 to 30 pounds |
| Height | 12 to 18 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Quite intelligent – above average |
Breed Traits
Alert
Affectionate
Cheerful
Playful
Energetic
Friendly
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | England, Australia |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 90th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 10 to 15 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Above average – understands things in a reasonably quick manner |
Breed Traits
Loyal
Active
Frienldy
Fearless
Devoted
Needs experienced owner
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Japan |
| Popularity | Not yet a fully registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 5 to 9 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 13 inches |
| Life span | 10 to 12 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Active
Lively
Spirited
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loving
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Japan, China |
| Popularity | Not very popular – ranked 97th by the AKC |
| Size | Small (toy) |
| Weight | 4 to 7 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches |
| Life span | 10 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Average – training will be gradual |
Breed Traits
Alert
Cheerful
Friendly
Gentle
Lively
Independent
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | German |
| Popularity | Not yet a fully registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 20 to 30 pounds |
| Height | 15 to 20 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | High – smart dog |
Breed Traits
Intelligent
Loyal
Loving
Affectionate
Alert
Playful
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | USA |
| Popularity | Not a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 14 to 30 pounds |
| Height | 12 to 15 inches |
| Life span | 10 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Above average |
Breed Traits
Loyal
Affectionate
Intelligent
Funny
Friendly
Adaptable
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | China |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 65th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 13 to 15 pounds |
| Height | 10 to 11 inches |
| Life span | 10-15 years |
| Intelligence | Fair to average |
Breed Traits
Alert
Intelligent
Cheerful
Playful
Energetic
Loyal
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Popularity | Not that popular – ranked 145th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 15 to 18 pounds |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 16 years |
| Intelligence | Fair to average – may need 40 to 80 repetitions before understands new command |
Breed Traits
Sensitive
Independent
Lively
Confident
Affectionate
Fearless
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | England |
| Popularity | Not a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 6 to 13 pounds |
| Height | 10 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Eager to please
Happy
Great family dog
Attentive
Devoted
Loyal
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Germany, Europe |
| Popularity | Not popular – ranked 171st by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 8 to 18 pounds |
| Height | 12 to 14 inches |
| Life span | 13 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Above average – bright and easy to train |
Breed Traits
Great family dog
Playful
Gentle
Smart
Affectionate
Cheerful
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Germany |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 64 by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 8 to 10 pounds |
| Height | 10 to 13 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Above average |
Breed Traits
energetic
lively
outgoing
assertive
independent
Needs experienced owner
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Australia |
| Popularity | Not a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 7 to 12 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 18 years |
| Intelligence | Above average |
Breed Traits
Energetic
Brave
Outgoing
Fearless
Independent
Easygoing
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | USA |
| Popularity | Not yet a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Toy |
| Weight | 5 to 10 pounds |
| Height | 10 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 13 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Intelligent
Friendly
Charming
Social
Playful
Intuitive
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Malta |
| Popularity | Quite popular – ranked 31st by the AKC |
| Size | Toy, Small |
| Weight | 4 to 7 pounds |
| Height | 7 to 10 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years – some live a little more |
| Intelligence | Very good – the brightest toy dog |
Breed Traits
Energetic
Alert
Lively
Affectionate
Devoted
Smart dog
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United States |
| Popularity | Not a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 5 to 22 pounds |
| Height | 12 to 17 inches |
| Life span | 12 and 16 years |
| Intelligence | Very good |
Breed Traits
affectionate
loving
intelligent
sweet
sensitive
Needs experienced owner
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Germany |
| Popularity | High |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 10-18 pounds |
| Height | 13-14 inches at the shoulder |
| Life span | 12-14 years |
| Intelligence | Very smart |
Breed Traits
Smart
Fast
Courageous
Intelligent
Livly
Outgoing
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Popularity | Not that popular – ranked 133rd by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 12 to 22 pounds |
| Height | 15 to 16 inches |
| Life span | 14 to 16 years |
| Intelligence | Above average – understands new commands with 15 to 25 repetitions |
Breed Traits
Loyal
Independent
Intelligent
Comical
Curious
Charming
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | USA |
| Popularity | Not yet a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 12 to 30 pounds |
| Height | 12 to 18 inches |
| Life span | 10 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Spirited
Energetic
Intelligent
Curious
Alert
Needs Experienced owner
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Hungary |
| Popularity | Not yet a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 18 to 29 pounds |
| Height | 14 to 20 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Hardworking
Energetic
Intelligent
Bold
Alert
Fearless
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Popularity | Not that popular – ranked 134th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 11 to 12 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 10 inches |
| Life span | 13 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Fair to average |
Breed Traits
Social
Loving
Independent
Brave
Potential for some aggression
Loyal
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 103rd by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 10 to 12 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 10 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 16 years |
| Intelligence | Quite intelligent – above average |
Breed Traits
Loyal
Brave
Energetic
Needs experienced owner
Loving
Enjoys challenges
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Norway |
| Popularity | Not popular – ranked 188th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 13 to 20 pounds |
| Height | 12 to 15 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Excellent – very intelligent breed |
Breed Traits
Active
Social
Intelligent
loyal
Energetic
Playful
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | UK |
| Popularity | Not a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 7 to 15 pounds |
| Height | 7 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Average |
Breed Traits
Affectionate
Lively
Happy
Companion
Loving
Loyal
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | France, Spain |
| Popularity | Not that popular – ranked 176th by the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 20 to 30 pounds |
| Height | 15 to 21 inches |
| Life span | 15 to 17 years |
| Intelligence | Above average – understands things in a reasonably quick manner |
Breed Traits
Sensitive
Active
Intelligent
Energetic
Better with experienced owner
Loyal
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | China |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 80th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 8 to 14 pounds |
| Height | 6 to 9 inches |
| Life span | 13 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Low to fair |
Breed Traits
Companion
Bold
Brave
Independent
Sometimes aggressive
Loyal
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | France |
| Popularity | Very good – ranked 48th by the AKC |
| Size | Small (toy) |
| Weight | 4 to 9 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Very good – a smart dog |
Breed Traits
Lively
Playful
Happy
Intelligent
Alert
Loyal
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Wales, (UK) |
| Popularity | Ranked 20th by the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 24 to 30 pounds |
| Height | 10 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Excellent – very intelligent dog |
Breed Traits
Happy
Smart
Alert
Intelligent
Alert
Loyal
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Germany and Poland |
| Popularity | Ranked 21st by the AKC |
| Size | Small (toy) |
| Weight | 3 to 7 pounds |
| Height | 7 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 16 years |
| Intelligence | Very good – it is an intelligent dog |
Breed Traits
Happy
Extroverted
Lively
Intelligent
Social
Loyal
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | China |
| Popularity | Very popular – ranked 33rd by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 14 to 18 pounds |
| Height | 10 to 14 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Above average |
Breed Traits
Cheerful
Friendly
Happy
Out going
Loving
Affectionate
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | England |
| Popularity | Not a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 11 to 13 pounds |
| Height | Up to 12 inches |
| Life span | 11 to 13 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Energetic
Bold
Clever
Alert
Loving
Loyal
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 109th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 13 to 17 pounds |
| Height | 12 to 14 inches |
| Life span | 13 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Very intelligent – bright and quick |
Breed Traits
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Devoted
Cheerful
Feisty
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Peru |
| Popularity | Not that popular – ranked 166th by the AKC |
| Size | Toy, Small and Medium |
| Weight | 8 to 18 pounds, 18 to 26 pounds, 26 to 50 pounds |
| Height | 10 to 16 inches, 16 to 20 inches, 18 to 26 inches |
| Life span | 11 to 13 years |
| Intelligence | Quite intelligent – bright and quick |
Breed Traits
Affectionate
Intelligent
Energetic
Lively
Intelligent
Social
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Russia |
| Popularity | Not recognized by the AKC |
| Size | Toy |
| Weight | 3 to 6 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 10 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Intelligent
Loving
Energetic
Social
Playful
Cheerful
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United States, Britain |
| Popularity | Not very popular – ranked 101st by the AKC |
| Size | Toy, small, medium |
| Weight | 5 to 40 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 19 inches |
| Life span | 13 to 18 years |
| Intelligence | Quite intelligent – top 30% of breeds |
Breed Traits
Affectionate
Intelligent
Energetic
Loving dog
Outgoing
Lively
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Tibet,China |
| Popularity | Very high |
| Size | Toy |
| Weight | 9 to 16 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches at the shoulder |
| Life span | 10 to 16 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Yappy
Demanding
Perky
Intelligent
Affectionate
Energetic
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 58th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 18 to 22 pounds |
| Height | 10 to 11 inches |
| Life span | 11 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Average |
Breed Traits
Alert
Smart
Loyal
Brave
Independent
Best with experienced owners
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Japan |
| Popularity | Quite popular – ranked 45 by the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 17 to 23 pounds |
| Height | 13 to 17 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 16 years |
| Intelligence | Very good – a smart dog |
Breed Traits
Strong-willed
Confident
Affectionate
Outgoing
Loyal
Territorial
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Popularity | Quite popular – ranked 23rd by the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 11 to 24 pounds |
| Height | 13 to 16 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Very high – a very clever dog |
Breed Traits
Loyal
Friendly
Affectionate
Intelligent
Outgoing
Gentle and retiring
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Australia, Great Britain |
| Popularity | Not very popular – ranked 102nd by the AKC |
| Size | Small (toy) |
| Weight | 8 to 11 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 10 inches |
| Life span | 11 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Quite intelligent – above average |
Breed Traits
Affectionate
Happy
Friendly
Intelligent
Lively
Energetic
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Sweden |
| Popularity | Not that popular – ranked 163rd by the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 20 to 35 pounds |
| Height | 12 to 14 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Excellent– understands new commands very quickly |
Breed Traits
Spirited
Fearless
Alert
Intelligent
Better with experienced owner
Energetic
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Popularity | Not very popular – ranked 124th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 13 to 20 pounds |
| Height | 13 to 16 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Average |
Breed Traits
Alert
Loyal
Spunky
Inquisitive
Affectionate
Plucky
Hypoallergenic
No
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Germany |
| Popularity | Not yet recognized by the AKC |
| Size | Medium to large |
| Weight | 38 to 58 pounds |
| Height | 19 to 22 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Excellent |
Breed Traits
Intelligent
Loyal
Energetic
Affectionate
Enthusiastic
Happy
Hypoallergenic
NO
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Popularity | Recognized as Manchester Terrier, the Toy size is not recognized separately |
| Size | Toy (small) |
| Weight | Under 12 pounds |
| Height | Under 15 inches |
| Life span | 15 to 17 years |
| Intelligence | Above average |
Breed Traits
Loyal
Intelligent
Charming
Funny
Entertaining
Playful
Hypoallergenic
NO
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | U.S |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 116th by the AKC |
| Size | Toy (small) |
| Weight | 4 to 7 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 11 inches |
| Life span | 13 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Above average |
Breed Traits
Playful
Intelligent
Energetic
Alert
Plucky
But typical terrier
Hypoallergenic
NO
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | China |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 90th by the AKC |
| Size | Small to medium |
| Weight | 20 to 30 pounds |
| Height | 14 to 17 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Below average |
Breed Traits
Energetic
Lively
Playful
Alert
Loyal
Affectionate
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Germany, then standardized in France |
| Popularity | High |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 6-9 pounds |
| Height | Under 10 inches |
| Life span | 14-15 years |
| Intelligence | Excellent |
Breed Traits
Intelligent
Smart
Responsive
Eager to please
Entertaining
Social
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | China |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 118th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 9 to 15 pounds |
| Height | 9 to 10 inches |
| Life span | 12 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Average |
Breed Traits
Alert
Cheerful
Loyal
Charming
Playful
Independent
Hypoallergenic
NO
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Hungary |
| Popularity | Not a registered member of the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 9 to 11 pounds |
| Height | 10 to 12 inches |
| Life span | 14 to 16 years |
| Intelligence | High |
Breed Traits
Intelligent
Spirited
Lively
Playful
Friendly
Social
Hypoallergenic
NO
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Wales, UK |
| Popularity | Somewhat popular – ranked 111th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 17 to 21 pounds |
| Height | 15 to 16 inches |
| Life span | 10 to 14 years |
| Intelligence | Average |
Breed Traits
Energetic
Playful
Alert
Independent
Dedicated
Better with experienced owner
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Popularity | Not very popular – ranked 94th by the AKC |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 13 to 20 pounds |
| Height | 13 to 16 inches |
| Life span | 10 to 15 years |
| Intelligence | Average |
Breed Traits
Bold
Independent
Alert
Loyal
Somewhat sensitive
Better with experienced owner
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Mexico |
| Popularity | Not that popular – ranked 139th by the AKC |
| Size | Toy, small or medium |
| Weight | Toy – 5 to 15 pounds, miniature – 15 to 30 pounds, standard – 25 to 40 pounds |
| Height | Toy – 9 to 14 inches, miniature – 15 to 20 inches, standard – 20 to 30 inches |
| Life span | 14 to 20 years |
| Intelligence | Excellent |
Breed Traits
Loyal
Intelligent
Alert
Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Hypoallergenic
Yes
DogBreed
General Information
| Origin | Northern England – Yorkshire and Lancashire Counties |
| Popularity | Very popular |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 4-6 pounds |
| Height | 8-9 inches at the shoulder |
| Life span | 13-16 years |
| Intelligence | Very smart |
Breed Traits
Loyal
Intelligent
Alert
Affectionate
Courageous
Playful
Hypoallergenic
Yes
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Nicole is the proud mom of Baby, a Burmese cat and Rosa, a New Zealand Huntaway. A Canadian expat, Nicole now lives on a lush forest property with her Kiwi husband in New Zealand. She has a strong love for all animals of all shapes and sizes (and particularly loves a good interspecies friendship) and wants to share her animal knowledge and other experts’ knowledge with pet lovers across the globe.
Nicole Cosgrove
Nicole is the proud mom of Baby, a Burmese cat and Rosa, a New Zealand Huntaway. A Canadian expat, Nicole now lives on a lush forest property with her Kiwi husband in New Zealand. She has a strong love for all animals of all shapes and sizes (and particularly loves a good interspecies friendship) and wants to share her animal knowledge and other experts' knowledge with pet lovers across the globe.
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