These ancient watchdogs are independent but loving with their people. They make great lap dogs for calm, patient owners who ...

One more laidback small dog breed that experts recommend are Maltese dogs, which are gentle, sensitive and deeply bonded to ...

15 Small Companion Dogs You'll Fall in Love With originally appeared on PetHelpful. Big dogs aren’t for everybody. Maybe you live in a small apartment or home with limited space, or maybe you just don ...

Small, doesn't shed, quiet and cute — what else could you want in a lap dog? Meet Bella, our Hearts4Paws Pet of the Week. She's only about 14 pounds and is a poodle. Bella is good with kids, other ...

While we're all convinced that our pups-5 or 75 pounds-make the perfect lap warmers, some breeds are built for human companionship. We've asked Wayne Ferguson, president of the Kennel Club of ...

For people who love small dogs, there may be no pooch more appealing than one of the teacup dog breeds. After all, while larger pups can make great choices for farm and guard dog work, there's ...

From small lap dogs to strong guards, these loving breeds form deep bonds and stay loyal to their owners through every stage ...