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Dog Breed Characteristics - Small Dogs
from:Not too sure which type of dog to buy? This is part 1 of 3
articles that addresses the different needs and characteristics
of some of the popular dogs. Look out for my other 2 articles on
'Dog Breed Characteristics - medium-sized dogs' and 'Dog Breed
Characteristics - large dogs'.
Chihuahua
A small, fast-moving toy dog named after the state of Chihuahua
in Mexico. It stands between 15 cm to 25 cm tall, but some grow
as tall as 35 cm. There are only 2 recognised varities of
Chihuahuas, the long-coat and the short-haired. Long-coat
Chihuahuas have a downy undercoat, which makes them look
'fluffy'. Short-haired Chihuahuas, on the other hand, require
minimal grooming. Although Chihuahuas are small, they are not
suitable for families with very young children because they have
the tendency to bite when frightened. They can also be quite
picky eaters. OVerfeeding is definitely a no-no because
overweight Chihuahuas are prone to joint injuries, diabetes and
shortened life span. And they don't really cool that cute.
Maltese
This is one of the oldest breed around and is believed to be
originated from the island of Malta. A Maltese is a toy dog that
is covered with long, silky fur and is usually pure white in
colour. They have very expressive facial features, which makes
them popular as pets. They are companion dogs and love attention
from their owners. They are also extremely playful, and are good
with children. They thrive well in small enclosed areas, and are
popular with those living in the cities. However, Maltese can
get very aggressive and they have the behaviour of barking
constantly.
Australian Silky Terrier
They are a friendly lot. They orignated from Australia (hence
its name) and this breed is classified as a toy dog in Australia
but a terrier in Europe. It has a silky coat and it is usually
non-shedding. This breed is suitable for those who are allergic
to pet hair. Similar to the Maltese, they love the attention of
their owners. A playful breed, it is suitable for those families
with older children. They respond well to obedience training,
coupled with rewards and praise. The only main problem with this
breed is that it's coat tangles easily and will need daily
grooming.
Pomeranian
This is one of my favourite breed. It looks lively and graceful
with its trademark tail. They are typically friendly and active,
but they can develop a bad habit of barking excessively if
allowed to do so. They are also intelligent creatures and can be
trained easily. Note that they are extremely loyal and will lay
around their owners' feet. Owing to this loyal behaviour, they
will follow the owners from room to room, thus risking getting
stepped on. It is important to train them not to do so.
Shih Tsu
It's name was derived because it looks like a lion (Shih Tzu
literally means "lion dog" in Chinese), and it originated from
China. They are very sensitive to high temperatures, so it is
important to keep them in cooler conditions. They need regular
grooming to maintain their coats, and they shed little if proper
care is given. Supervision is recommended during drinking
because water can enter their flat noses easily and cause
breathing problems. Not suitable for busy professionals due to
its constant grooming needs.
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