These are the seven smallest dog breeds

Cute and loving, small dogs tend to believe themselves to be as tall and powerful as the big pooches. And make no mistake, these travel-size companions have big personalities.

If you are looking for a tiny pup to make a huge positive impact on your life, consider one of these seven miniature breeds.

Miniature Dachshund

Average Height: 5.5 inches

Average Weight: less than 11 pounds

Independent and affectionate Miniature Dachshunds are active and witty, so training and socialisation early are important for them. Always up for an adventure, they’ll go anywhere with their favourite person.

Dachshunds get so pumped for activities they’ve been known to trip when taking stairs too quickly, injuring their backs or legs.

Miniature Dachshunds live an average of 13 to 15 years.

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Pomeranian

Average Height: 6.5 inches

Average Weight: 5 pounds

Lively and adaptable Pomeranians have huge personalities. They are fluff-balls of joy, willing to romp around with kids or frolic in the yard with other pets. Whether you reside in the city or country, Poms will be content, as long as you house-train them early. Their life expectancy is 12 to 16 years.

Chihuahua

Average Height: 6.5 inches

Average Weight: less than 6 pounds

Charming and intelligent Chihuahuas have been around for centuries and may use this old-soul wisdom to take advantage of you. They’re smart and learn quickly, but may be stubborn and follow their own rules. It’s hard not to love their dedication and charm, though. Chihuahuas live between 14 to 16 years.

Yorkshire Terrier

Average Height: 7.5 inches

Average Weight: 7 pounds

Affectionate and lively Yorkshire Terriers are energetic balls of fun who enjoy cavorting around town with their families. Despite their yippy reputation, they are workers through and through. Get ready for a friendly, albeit slightly stubborn, companion. Their life expectancy is between 11 and 15 years.

Pekingese

Average Height: 7.5 inches

Average Weight: 10 pounds

Already a proud breed, the Pekingese has even more to brag about after being named Westminster’s Best in Show in 2021. Aside from the lengthy, fluffy coat and short muzzle, you’ll know a Pekingese by its confidence and loyalty. They live between 12 and 14 years.

Maltese

Average Height: 8 inches

Average Weight: less than 7 pounds

The Maltese’s gorgeous snow-white coat may exude pompousness, but they are athletic and happy to go with the flow.Adaptable and alert, Maltese pups tend to bark to signal intruders—or friends—but they are jovial at heart, eager to mingle and play. These pups live between 12 to 15 years.

Brussels Griffon

Average Height: 8.5 inches

Average Weight: 9 pounds

Don’t leave Brussels Griffon's home alone for long stretches—they’ll take it personally and miss you too much. Sensitive and loyal, they aren’t ideal for kids but make great companions for adults looking for goofy, ride-or-die canine pals. These fur kids’ life expectancy is between 12 to 15 years.

Sources used:

- Pure Wow: '15 of the Smallest Dog Breeds for Itty-Bitty Apartments, Easy Airplane Travel and More'