Companion and Toy Dogs

Purebred dog breeds, listed by groups, detailing their characteristics, temperaments, origins, breed standards, registrars, and links to breeders, breed clubs, rescues, puppies, adults, studs, books, and more for each breed. Find the right breed to match you and your lifestyle.

The Affenpinscher is a balanced, wiry-haired terrier-like toy dog whose intelligence and demeanor make it a good house pet. Originating in Germany, the name Affenpinscher means, "monkey-like terrier."
The Bichon Frise is an alert, gentle mannered, playful and affectionate. A cheerful attitude is the hallmark of the breed and one should settle for nothing less.
The Bolognese is a rather a serious, generally not very active breed. Enterprising, docile, very much attached to his master and his entourage.
Coton de Tulear is of a happy temperament, stable, very sociable with humans and with other dogs; it adapts perfectly to all ways of life.
The Havanse are exceptionally bright. Affectionate, of a happy nature, he is amiable, a charmer, playful and even a bit of a clown. He loves children and plays endlessly with them.
The Maltese is a balanced, lively and affectionate little dog. They thrive on human companionship.