45 Best Small Dog Breeds to Adopt in 2025

If you think the Klee Kai looks like a mini husky, you’re right! The pint-size breed tops out at 25 pounds and 17 inches. You’ll find breeds in three color combinations: red and white, black and white, and gray and white.

The Biewer terrier could easily be confused for a Yorkie, but their coats are distinctive. They’re known to be affectionate and playful and weigh in at just around 6 pounds.

This hunting dog breed is rare, but it’s making a bit of a resurgence. Weighing in at under 20 pounds, it was originally trained to hunt puffins.

The Cesky is the national dog of the Czech Republic. The small terriers weight up to 24 pounds and come in several shades of gray. They make great family dogs but are rare in the U.S.

This jaunty breed weighs in at 18 to 24 pounds. They’re known to be watch dogs and are better suited in homes where they have some room to roam. They have big personalities, and their coats come in either pepper or mustard.

Their gorgeous, snowy white coats and big, dark eyes will earn them countless compliments. Measuring between seven to nine inches tall and weighing under seven pounds, these loving pets will do almost anything to make you smile.
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These pooches are always on the lookout, and their protective nature makes them great watchdogs. While they’re only between six and seven inches tall and weigh between three and seven pounds, they’re active—and they make great friends.
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Popular and cute, pugs are a dog fan favorite—and for good reason. Their unique wrinkled brows and expressive faces make them adorable…even when they’re being mischievous. These pups stand between 10 and 13 inches tall and weigh between 14 and 18 pounds.
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Dubbed “Lion Dog,” these homebody pooches are perfect for anyone living in apartments or lacking outdoor space—because while they’re playful, they’re fine with staying inside. Weighing between nine and 16 pounds and standing between eight and 11 inches tall, these dogs are happy sitting on your lap. Plus, with virtually no shedding, you won’t have to worry about constant vacuuming.
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Not a fan of strangers, these dogs stand between 10.5 and 12 inches tall and weigh eight to 16 pounds (depending on gender). Because they barely bark, they’re not the best watchdogs. BUT they make awesome companions for anyone who loves to snuggle.

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With moderate shedding, you might want to invest in a good vacuum for this breed. Hairy issues aside, they’re so darn cute! They’ve even been likened to beloved “Ewoks,” the adorable furry creatures rom Star Wars. If you’re in the market for one of your own, they’re typically between nine and 11.5 inches and weigh between seven and 10 pounds.

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These balls of energy are sure to keep you on your toes—and because they’re extremely vocal and playful in nature, kids will enjoy their company. Their height averages between 10 and 11 inches and they weigh anywhere between 15 and 20 pounds.

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