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Unless you have a particular type of dog in mind, it can be hard to decide which breed to get. You should first think about the size of the dog you prefer. Can you manage a large dog where you live? Or do you only have a courtyard? Small dogs can be a great source of companionship. And there are a lot of different types of small dogs, very different in both temperament and appearance. You probably know about toy dogs, however there are others that bear more resemblance to their larger canine siblings.

I’ll run through three different breeds in this article – welsh terriers, whippets, and brussels griffons.

Brussels Griffon Dogs

According to rumors the big, soulful eyes of the brussels griffon were part of the inspiration behind the creation of the ewoks by George Lucas in the Star Wars films. And looking at pictures of them, you can see why people think this.

Brussels griffons are extremely sensitive and devoted dogs who will bond with one person in particular. They should be socialized when they are young pups. Brussels griffon are not really well suited as a family pet due to their sensitivity and one-person nature.

Brussels griffon get along well with other animals, particularly cats. You may need to keep an eye out on how they are around bigger dogs, however. They can challenge for dominance, not really aware of their small size.

The Welsh Terrier Breed

These cute dogs are fairly calm when you compare them to other terrier breeds. They are sturdy looking dogs with lots of personality, especially the males. They are affectionate, joyous, without fear, outgoing, and curious.

Historically, Welsh terriers were used to keep the rat and vermin population down, and as a result welsh terriers love to chase things – including cats. Consequently, if you own a cat, this may not be the best pet for your family.

Excellent with children,  welsh terriers need a backyard where they can’t escape as they have a predilection for digging, and may thus escape. When walking a welsh terrier, be sure he stays on the leash, because his road sense when on a quest for fun is not very good.

Welsh terriers need quite a bit of time from their owners. They have to have grooming regularly, and get bored if left by themselves for the normal workday. They are better suited to someone with a part time job rather than a full time job. When they’re bored, they can be destructive around the house.  

Whippet Information

Whippets are a type of sighthound dog, which are named because they hunt by using their sharp eyesight and great speed, instead of using smell like scent hounds. whippets are petite, elegant dogs, ranging in height from 18.5 to 20 inches for male whippets, or 17.5 to 18.5 inches for female whippets. And the whippet dog breed look just like small versions of greyhounds!

In temperament, whippets are like toy dogs, liking nothing better than curling up on your lap. These are very loyal dogs, bonding with their owner strongly, though still friendly to strangers and children. The whippet dog breed are very gentle, and as such they have been used in aged care facilities.

These dogs should be kept inside. With such thin coats, they will be too cold outside, and they have a strong bond to their owners. If you’re prepared to exercise them regularly, whippets are great for apartment living.