Toy Group
The Toy Group includes the smallest dog breeds, originally bred as companions and lapdogs. Despite their tiny size, these dogs often have big personalities, showing confidence, charm, and affection. Many toy breeds are highly adaptable and thrive in apartments or city living, though they still enjoy playtime and daily walks.
Most toy group breeds weigh under 12 pounds (5.5 kg) and stand less than 12 inches (30 cm) tall. They are ideal for families, singles, and seniors looking for a loyal companion that doesn’t require a large living space. Their small size also makes them easy to travel with, but owners must be cautious since toy dogs can be more fragile than larger breeds.
Popular breeds in the Toy Group include:
For the complete list, visit our Toy Group category page.
- Affenpinscher
- Biewer Terrier
- Brussels Griffon
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Chihuahua
- Chinese Crested
- Coton de Tulear
- English Toy Spaniel
- Havanese
- Italian Greyhound
- Japanese Chin
- Maltese
- Manchester Terrier (Toy)
- Miniature Pinscher
- Papillon
- Pekingese
- Pomeranian
- Poodle (Toy)
- Pug
- Shih Tzu
- Silky Terrier
- Toy Fox Terrier
- Yorkshire Terrier