Top 20
Small dog breeds
A small build makes city living and travel easier. These dog breeds stay compact as adults: each profile details size, weight and price.
- 1
Chihuahua
The smallest purebred dog in the world, lively, affectionate and very attached to its home.
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French Bulldog
Small companion dog very attached to its family, the French Bulldog combines tenderness, good humor and true adaptation to city life.
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Cavalier King Charles
A small elegant, graceful and very gentle dog, deeply attached to its family.
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Yorkshire Terrier
Small, lively and elegant terrier, the Yorkshire Terrier charms with its big personality in a miniature format.
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Dachshund
Small, elongated dog, lively and determined, the Dachshund combines character, mischief and a true family presence.
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Shih Tzu
Small affectionate, intelligent companion dog, very attached to its family.
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Shetland Sheepdog
A small, elegant, intelligent shepherd dog, deeply attached to its family.
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Shiba Inu
Small lively, independent and loyal Japanese dog, with an assertive temperament.
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Pug
Small companion dog with a wrinkled face, the Pug charms with its gentleness, its cheerfulness and its affectionate presence.
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Pomsky
Small in size, lively in temperament, the Pomsky charms with its look of a mini Husky.
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Jack Russell Terrier
Small, sturdy terrier, ultra active and full of character.
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West Highland White Terrier
Small white terrier, lively and mischievous, as endearing as it is energetic.
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Boston Terrier
A small lively, affectionate and elegant companion, as playful as he is close to his family.
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Continental Toy Spaniel
Small lively and affectionate companion dog, as elegant as it is adaptable to everyday life.
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Lhasa Apso
Small vigilant and playful Tibetan dog, attached to its family and very comfortable indoors.
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Maltese
A small elegant, affectionate and lively companion with a long silky white coat.
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Fox Terrier
A small lively, courageous British terrier, always ready for action.
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Miniature Pinscher
Small lively and elegant dog, the Miniature Pinscher combines attachment, vigilance and energy in a compact format.
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Tibetan Spaniel
Small, alert, elegant and loyal dog, the Tibetan Spaniel is a very endearing companion for city life.
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Cairn Terrier
A small rustic Scottish terrier, lively, affectionate and always ready to explore.
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This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each dog breed in our listings. In a tie, breeds with more breeders in France rank higher.
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