Toy dog

Toy dog, Any of several breeds of dogs that were bred to be small, portable, good-natured companions. Toy dogs were traditionally pampered and treasured by aristocracy round the world, and a number of other breeds are ancient. they vary from hairless (e.g., the Chinese crested dog) to profusely coated (e.g., the Shih tzu). Some breeds, like the Pekingese, might be owned only by royalty. The Cavalier King Charles spaniel was a favorite of English royalty. English toy spaniels and toy poodles are popular within the U.S. The pinscher resembles the Doberman but features a different ancestry. Other toy dogs include the affenpinscher, Maltese, papillon, Pomeranian, and Yorkshire terrier.