Temperament
Intelligent, Playful, Sensitive, Devoted.
Health problems to know about
- Patellar luxation
- Progressive retinal atrophy (prcd)
- Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease
- Dental disease
- Tracheal collapse
Ask breeders for the parents' health test results, and check what your national breed club recommends screening for.
Daily care
Daily brushing and a professional clip every 4–6 weeks. Daily tooth brushing. A short walk plus play and training games. Use a harness, not a collar.
A good fit for
Flat dwellers, older owners and adult households who want a small, trainable companion (no dog is truly hypoallergenic).
Probably not ideal for
Homes with toddlers or rough play, owners who dislike grooming bills, or people who want a quiet dog.
Sources
Popularity: AKC 2025 registration rankings (US); Royal Kennel Club 2025 registrations (UK, ranked by us). Breed traits are tendencies, not guarantees. Individual dogs vary, and mixed breeds and rescues can be wonderful fits too.
