--- title: "Small dog breeds: our top 20 | Pedibase" description: "Small dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." canonical_url: "https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/smallest" meta: "og:description": "Small dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "og:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "og:image:alt": "Dog and cat breeders near you" "og:image:height": "630" "og:image:width": "1200" "og:title": "Small dog breeds: our top 20" "twitter:description": "Small dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "twitter:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "twitter:title": "Small dog breeds: our top 20" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.pedibase.com/llms.txt) 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. 1 [![Chihuahua](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4403/blubble_head_english_chihuahua_-_warhol.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chihuahua) ## [Chihuahua](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chihuahua) The smallest purebred dog in the world, lively, affectionate and very attached to its home. SmallSmall Mexico [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chihuahua) [ 358 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chihuahua) 2. 2 [![French Bulldog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4394/pexels-photo-16603584.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/french-bulldog) ## [French Bulldog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/french-bulldog) Small companion dog very attached to its family, the French Bulldog combines tenderness, good humor and true adaptation to city life. SmallSmall France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/french-bulldog) [ 244 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-french-bulldog) 3. 3 [![Cavalier King Charles](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4456/pexels-photo-13215910.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cavalier-king-charles) ## [Cavalier King Charles](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cavalier-king-charles) A small elegant, graceful and very gentle dog, deeply attached to its family. SmallSmall United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cavalier-king-charles) [ 213 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-cavalier-king-charles) 4. 4 [![Yorkshire Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/18/pexels-photo-35386961.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/yorkshire-terrier) ## [Yorkshire Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/yorkshire-terrier) Small, lively and elegant terrier, the Yorkshire Terrier charms with its big personality in a miniature format. SmallSmall United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/yorkshire-terrier) [ 179 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-yorkshire-terrier) 5. 5 [![Dachshund](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9225/pexels-photo-31347265.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dachshund) ## [Dachshund](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dachshund) Small, elongated dog, lively and determined, the Dachshund combines character, mischief and a true family presence. SmallSmall Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/dachshund) [ 166 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-dachshund) 6. 6 [![Shih Tzu](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6663/pexels-photo-32269523.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) ## [Shih Tzu](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) Small affectionate, intelligent companion dog, very attached to its family. SmallSmall Tibet [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) [ 122 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu) 7. 7 [![Shetland Sheepdog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4208/berger_des_shetland.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shetland-sheepdog) ## [Shetland Sheepdog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shetland-sheepdog) A small, elegant, intelligent shepherd dog, deeply attached to its family. SmallSmall United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shetland-sheepdog) [ 88 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shetland-sheepdog) 8. 8 [![Shiba Inu](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6604/pexels-photo-14794524.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shiba-inu) ## [Shiba Inu](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shiba-inu) Small lively, independent and loyal Japanese dog, with an assertive temperament. SmallSmall Japan [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shiba-inu) [ 83 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shiba-inu) 9. 9 [![Pug](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7370/carlin-1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pug) ## [Pug](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pug) Small companion dog with a wrinkled face, the Pug charms with its gentleness, its cheerfulness and its affectionate presence. SmallSmall China [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pug) [ 82 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-pug) 10. 10 [![Pomsky](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9488/pexels-edwige-drn-2156378123-34692352.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pomsky) ## [Pomsky](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pomsky) Small in size, lively in temperament, the Pomsky charms with its look of a mini Husky. SmallSmall United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pomsky) [ 71 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-pomsky) 11. 11 [![Jack Russell Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4440/jack_russell_terrier_1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/jack-russell-terrier) ## [Jack Russell Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/jack-russell-terrier) Small, sturdy terrier, ultra active and full of character. SmallSmall Great Britain [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/jack-russell-terrier) [ 67 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jack-russell-terrier) 12. 12 [![West Highland White Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/198/g785dceb3299d60d751b298dbb4160321c624cfe609c2b721fc3a3fbe3584520f3c4574135403579b9bf097f6a5f838c0602064d6427417c10e7eca8f93faea5f_1280.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/west-highland-white-terrier) ## [West Highland White Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/west-highland-white-terrier) Small white terrier, lively and mischievous, as endearing as it is energetic. SmallSmall United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/west-highland-white-terrier) [ 53 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-west-highland-white-terrier) 13. 13 [![Boston Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5696/pexels-photo-3658120.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/boston-terrier) ## [Boston Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/boston-terrier) A small lively, affectionate and elegant companion, as playful as he is close to his family. SmallSmall United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/boston-terrier) [ 43 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-boston-terrier) 14. 14 [![Continental Toy Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8291/epagneul-nain-continental-9.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/continental-toy-spaniel) ## [Continental Toy Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/continental-toy-spaniel) Small lively and affectionate companion dog, as elegant as it is adaptable to everyday life. SmallSmall France, Belgium [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/continental-toy-spaniel) [ 39 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-continental-toy-spaniel) 15. 15 [![Lhasa Apso](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5236/lhassa_apso.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/lhasa-apso) ## [Lhasa Apso](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/lhasa-apso) Small vigilant and playful Tibetan dog, attached to its family and very comfortable indoors. SmallSmall Tibet [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/lhasa-apso) [ 35 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-lhasa-apso) 16. 16 [![Maltese](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4910/pexels-photo-23542118.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/maltese) ## [Maltese](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/maltese) A small elegant, affectionate and lively companion with a long silky white coat. SmallSmall Italy [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/maltese) [ 33 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-maltese) 17. 17 [![Fox Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4948/wire_fox_terrier_portrait_01.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/fox-terrier) ## [Fox Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/fox-terrier) A small lively, courageous British terrier, always ready for action. SmallSmall United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/fox-terrier) [ 30 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier) 18. 18 [![Miniature Pinscher](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5504/pinscher_nain.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/miniature-pinscher) ## [Miniature Pinscher](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/miniature-pinscher) Small lively and elegant dog, the Miniature Pinscher combines attachment, vigilance and energy in a compact format. SmallSmall Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/miniature-pinscher) [ 30 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-miniature-pinscher) 19. 19 [![Tibetan Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7810/epagneul-tibetain-3.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/tibetan-spaniel) ## [Tibetan Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/tibetan-spaniel) Small, alert, elegant and loyal dog, the Tibetan Spaniel is a very endearing companion for city life. SmallSmall China, Great Britain [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/tibetan-spaniel) [ 30 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-tibetan-spaniel) 20. 20 [![Cairn Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4930/pexels-photo-38212860.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cairn-terrier) ## [Cairn Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cairn-terrier) A small rustic Scottish terrier, lively, affectionate and always ready to explore. SmallSmall United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cairn-terrier) [ 29 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-cairn-terrier) This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each dog breed in our listings. 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