Dogs In The Toy Group

The Manchester Terrier comes in two varieties; Toy and Standard.  They have a sleek coat with colors of black with tan markings.  They were originally bred to hunt rats and other small vermin; they still retain this ability today.  The Manchester Terrier was recognized by AKC in the Toy variety in 1886 and in the Standard variety in 1887.



Manchester Terrier

Dogs In The Toy Group

The Maltese has a lovely coat from head to toe; a mantle of long silky white hair.  This aristocrat of the canine worlds dates back over 28 centuries.  Did you know the Greeks erected tombs for their Maltese companions?  AKC recognized the Maltese in 1888.



Maltese

Dogs In The Toy Group

The Japanese Chin is intelligent and sensitive; their sole purpose is companionship.  Their coat color is mainly white with black markings; can also be found with white and red.  It is an ancient breed of China; often depicted on pottery and embroidered linens.  In the past only royalty could own the Japanese Chin.  In Japan; dogs were referred to as Chin (royalty and descendants of Chinese aristocracy) or Inu (working dog.)  The Japanese Chin was recognized by AKC in 1888.



Japanese Chin

Dogs In The Toy Group

The Italian Greyhound is very slender and small; however they have the same gentle sweetness of their taller Greyhound relatives.  Their coat color can be any color except brindle and classic black and tan.  It is unclear if this smaller size was created for hunting small game or as a companion.  They are considered an ancient breed dating back 2000 years.  The Italian Greyhound was recognized by AKC in 1886.



Italian Greyhound

Dogs In The Toy Group

The Havanese is the National Dog of Cuba; it is also their only native breed.  Their coat is wavy and silky; with all coat colors possible.  In the past they were referred to as Havana Silk Dog and Spanish Silk Poodle.  The Havanese was recognized by AKC in 1996.



Havanese

Dogs In The Toy Group

The English Toy Spaniel is a small breed with a square build.  There are four varieties for this breed; Blenheim, ruby, Prince Charles, and King Charles.  The English Toy Spaniel has been around for a long time appearing in paintings from as far back as the seventeenth century.  They most likely originated in the Far East (China or Japan.)  The English Toy Spaniel was recognized by AKC in 1886. 

English Toy Spaniel

Dogs In The Toy Group

The Chinese Crested has two coat types; hairless and powderpuff; the two coat types can be found in same litter.  The Chinese Crested is believed to have traveled with Chinese sailors.  It is believed this breed was developed from African hairless dogs.  The Chinese Crested is a good choice for families with allergy issues.  The AKC recognized the Chinese Crested in 1991.



Chinese Crested

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Dogs In The Toy Group

The Chihuahua is a little dog with a lot of attitude.  Due to their small size; they are often referred to as purse dogs.  The coat color for the Chihuahua can be any color and can be long or short.  Did you know the Chihuahua prefers to be with other Chihuahuas not other breeds?  AKC recognized the Chihuahua in 1904.



Chihuahua

Dogs In The Toy Group

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is an elegant, energetic little dog with a sweet gentle nature.  Their lovely silky coats range in colors from chestnut and white; black, white, and tan; solid red; to black and tan.  The breed has been around for centuries; often depicted on tapestries and painting.  The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was recognized by AKC in 1995.



Cavalier King Charles Spaniel