Small Dogs & Breeds

Welcome to small-dogs.net. This web site is decided to man's best friend for thousands of years, the dog. Dogs have come to be versatile workers, herders of flock, warriors and the basis of numerous forms of sport.

Dogs are the only mammals that are known to be available in wide range of sizes from the smallest to largest. Small dog breeds are not only amazing pets but also good companions to be with. The smallest size dogs available are 2.2 pounds. This is because if the dogs are bred smaller than this, metabolic disorders creep in. Before selecting the small dogs as pets it is advisable to have a better understanding of their characteristics. The most common small dog pets are Pomeranians, Boston terrier, Jack Russell Terrier, Maltese, Shitzu or Shih Tzu, Bichon Frise, Dachshund, Pekinese and Skye terrier. Small dogs are popular with celebrities, this due to they are seen as a 'fashion icon' which make some animal lovers angry.

Overpopulation

According to the Humane Society of the United States, 3-4 million dogs and cats are etherized each year in the United States and many more are confined to cages in shelters because there are many more animals than there are homes. Spaying or neutering animals helps keep overpopulation down. Local humane societies such as RSPCA and other animal protection organizations urge people to spay or neuter their pets and to adopt animals from shelters instead of purchasing them.

Famous Dogs

Below are several, which have become famous through showbiz, heroism or other achievements.