68 of the Best Small Dog Breeds
Bennett Glace
From the hulking Bull Mastiff to the tiny Chihuahua, there’s a hound to suit every home. Dog lovers looking for pups on the smaller side have their pick of the litter. The American Kennel Club (AKC) recognizes dozens of small-breed dogs across its eight breed classes. Some make trusty guard dogs, others add energy to any household, and many act as companions for afternoons spent on the couch.
Not sure which pint-sized pup is right for you? Read on to learn more about the appearances, histories, and personalities of the smallest AKC-recognized breeds.
20 Photos of U.S. Presidents With Their Dogs That Will Make You Smile
On 2/18/21 at 7:00 PM EST
Over the years, the White House has been home to countless presidential dogs. Its current residents are Champ and Major, who joined President Joe Biden in Washington, D.C., last month. Very few presidents have not had a dog while in office Donald Trump was the first president in nearly 130 years to lack a canine companion.
The first dogs have often made headlines and won over the hearts of the nation, with Laddie Boy, the dog of Warren G. Harding, considered the first celebrity presidential dog. Other famous dogs have included Franklin D. Roosevelt s dog Fala, who accompanied him to Pearl Harbor, and Bill Clinton s Buddy, who famously feuded with Socks the cat.