The Teacup Poodle is very similar to the Toy and the Standard Poodle except for the size. Teacup Poodles weigh anywhere between two and four pounds where the next size Poodle, the Toy Poodle, is ten pounds at maturity. Teacup dogs get the name teacup because they can almost fit into a teacup. These dogs are intelligent, obedient and elegant dogs. They have a non-shedding fur, which makes them very popular. They are very perceptive dogs and love companionship.

Small-breed dogs are growing in popularity in every country. For many families, they are the perfect combination of playtime and downtime. The Bichon Frise is one such dog. Its name means curly lap dog, and while like most small dogs it needs constant, proper grooming, it is also a non-shedding breed making it perfect for owners with allergies. A Bichon Frise puppy is full of life and ready to explore; it is intelligent and bold, undeterred and fearless in the face of other dogs and people alike.

The beagle dog breed dates back historically to 19th century England. The breed is thought to have descended from the "Harrier," a medium sized English hound used for hunting. Beagles were officially registered as a breed with the American Kennel Club in the 1880s. Though beagles derived from inter-breeding of the Harrier and other hunting dogs, they are viewed as a pure breed today.

You will know the Shih Tzu dog by many names ? The Pekinese, The Lion Dog, The Chrysanthemum dog and so on. The name 'Pekinese' was given to this dog because it was first found in Peking when monks gifted this breed of dogs to the Emperor of China way back in the 17th Century. 'A rose by any name would smell as sweet' ? as Shakespeare said ? no matter what name you use for this dog you will find it a very sweet and friendly dog.

Selection of ideal pair is very important in beagle breeding. The professional breeders analyze and select the ideal pair for breeding. Only when you select the pair using a thorough inspection of their traits, you can be sure of having offspring with desired characteristics. Professional beagle breeders take the overall characteristics including strengths and weaknesses of the mating pairs into account at the time of beagle breeding which enable them to have an idea about the possible characters of the offspring.

When it is time to start considering getting a new dog for your home, you want to go over all of your options and really think about what qualities are important to you. If you want a dog that is loyal, dedicated, smart and gentle, then the Black Labrador may be the perfect choice for you and your family. They are quickly becoming one of the more popular breeds to own because they are so great in a house environment and do very well with people.