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Dog A-Z > C > Choosing a dog > Toy breeds
The Toy breeds are made up of companion dogs and those that are small in size. They are friendly and need lots of attention. They do not need as much exercise as the other breeds, so would be suited to the less mobile or ‘lazier’ owner. Although they are small dogs they have big personalities and there is a real risk of them turning into terrors if spoilt or treated like ‘delicate flowers’ by their owners. Despite the group’s name, they are real dogs and should be treated as such. Socialisation and resisting the temptation of picking them up in any potentially frightening situation will help ensure that they become perfect companions.
Affenpinscher
Australian Silky Terrier
Bichon Frise
Bolognese
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Long Coat Chihuahua
Smooth Coat Chihuahua
Chinese Crested
Coton De Tulear
English Toy Terrier
Griffon Bruxellios
Havanese
Italian Greyhound
Japanese Chin
King Charles Spaniel
Lowchen
Maltese
Miniature Pinscher
Papillon
Pekingese
Pomeranian
Pug
Yorkshire Terrier