17 breeds · Under 5 kg (11 lbs)

Toy Dog & Cat Breeds

Tiny companion breeds, typically under 5 kg. Perfect for apartment living and travel. Despite their small size, many toy breeds have big personalities.

Toy Small Small-Medium Medium Medium-Large Large Large-Giant Giant

Papillon

Dog · France/Belgium

2-5 kg · 14-16 years · Shedding 2/5

Chinese Crested

Dog · China/Africa

2-5 kg · 13-18 years · Shedding 1/5

Toy Fox Terrier

Dog · United States

2-3 kg · 13-15 years · Shedding 1/5

Miniature Pinscher

Dog · Germany

4-5 kg · 12-16 years · Shedding 2/5

Chihuahua

Dog · Mexico

1-3 kg · 14-16 years · Shedding 2/5

Japanese Chin

Dog · Japan/China

1-5 kg · 10-12 years · Shedding 3/5

Maltipoo

Dog · United States

2-5 kg · 10-15 years · Shedding 1/5

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Chorkie

Dog · United States

2-4 kg · 12-15 years · Shedding 2/5

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Yorkipoo

Dog · United States

2-5 kg · 10-15 years · Shedding 1/5

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Pomapoo

Dog · United States

2-5 kg · 12-14 years · Shedding 2/5

Pomeranian

Dog · Germany/Poland

1-3 kg · 12-16 years · Shedding 4/5

Brussels Griffon

Dog · Belgium

3-5 kg · 12-15 years · Shedding 2/5

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Shorkie

Dog · United States

2-5 kg · 12-15 years · Shedding 1/5

Maltese

Dog · Malta

1-4 kg · 12-15 years · Shedding 1/5

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Biewer Terrier

Dog · Germany

2-4 kg · 16-18 years · Shedding 1/5

Morkie

Dog · United States

2-5 kg · 12-15 years · Shedding 1/5

Yorkshire Terrier

Dog · England

2-3 kg · 11-15 years · Shedding 1/5

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a toy dog?

A toy dog typically weighs Under 5 kg (11 lbs). Tiny companion breeds, typically under 5 kg. Perfect for apartment living and travel. Despite their small size, many toy breeds have big personalities. There are 17 toy dog breeds in our database.

Best toy breeds for apartments?

Excellent for apartments and small spaces. The best apartment-friendly toy breeds include Papillon, Chinese Crested, Toy Fox Terrier. Consider energy level, barking tendency, and exercise needs when choosing a breed for apartment living.

Are toy breeds good with children?

Many toy breeds are great with kids. Top family-friendly options include Papillon, Chinese Crested, Maltipoo. Always supervise interactions between dogs and young children.