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Top 10 Lapdog Breeds

Lapdog breeds are a type of dogs that you will enjoy to cuddle, something that is willing to stay on your lap most of the time. These types of dogs are small in size and of course cute.

Most of the lapdogs are of the Russian and the Mexican varieties. They possess puppy like traits where they have folded ears. They also tend to have short legs and large heads.

These dogs have a few of the characteristics like human babies, which will give the humans to treat these dogs as surrogate babies. These lapdog breeds have always been used as a status symbol and as pets, it provides warmth to the life of pet lovers.

The following are a few lapdog breeds that you could consider to keep on your lap and show off to your friends.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

This is a small spaniel and is usually referred to as the toy dog. It has a silky, smooth coat and an undocked tail. They are friendly and good with animals and children.

Havanese

Havanese

These are perfect lapdog breeds that are used as leg warmers. This is the National Dog of Cuba. Their coat is abundant, long and silky and comes in all colours. These are considered as the ideal family pet.

Maltese

Maltese

These are a small breed of dogs. They have a coat that is long and silky. They lack an undercoat. They are playful lapdog breeds and have high energy levels. These are one of the lapdog breeds that don't shed.

Shih Tzu

Shih Tzu

These are sturdy little dogs with large dark eyes. They are very loyal, affectionate, outgoing and alert dogs. They are also one of the lapdog breeds that don't shed. They are dogs with a personality and can be used for cuddle.

French Bulldog

French Bulldog

This is one of the lapdog breeds, they are playful and loving creatures. But unfortunately, they are a little willful and stubborn in nature.

Pekingese

Pekingese

This is an ancient breed, which have originated in China. They are usually used as a companion dog. They come in all colour combinations. This breed of dogs shed a lot.

Tibetan spaniel

Tibetan spaniel

These are a breed of small intelligent dogs that have originated from the Himalayan Mountains of Tibet. This is a very lively dog with a good nose length.

Pug

Pug

These are dogs that enjoy company and they love to be the centre of attention. They have a short muzzled face and a curled tail. They are also proud owners of a glossy coat with a wide variety of colours.

Italian Greyhound

Italian Greyhound

This is one of the lapdog breeds, which is the smallest of the slight hounds. They have a tucked up abdomen and long slender legs.

Boston Terrier

Boston Terrier

This dog is usually referred to as the American Gentleman; they can be friendly and stubborn at times. They are very compactly built with erect ears and short tails.

Story first published: Friday, November 21, 2014, 17:41 [IST]
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