First of all, who can resist a dog? A sweet look, a wet nose kiss and that's it, we're surrendered! By the way, the smaller the dog, the cuter it looks! If you live in an apartment and also want to have a furry best friend, here are some popular and cute small dog breeds for you to choose from.

In that sense, small breeds do better in smaller spaces. Therefore, a small dog may be ideal if you live in an apartment, or even if your home is smaller. Thus, they can better adapt to this type of environment. So, check out our list below.

First, remember that each dog has a different personality. However, in general, we can classify some breeds that are more likely to be agitated, intelligent or even patient. So, check out 10 popular and cute small dog breed suggestions.

The classic dog breed with a flat muzzle and a plump body is the Pug. Although it doesn't have much stamina to do more strenuous activities or long walks, this breed has a lot of energy, in addition to being a mischievous dog.

In addition, the Pug is also very loving, very attached to its owners. So don't be surprised if you find him following you around the house. Furthermore, this breed does not usually exceed 30cm in height, but can become obese throughout life, keep an eye out! Among the health problems he may have are respiratory problems and obesity.

Well, one of the smallest popular and cute little dog breeds that we are going to introduce here is the Yorkshire. Thus, its standard height is only 22 cm tall, and can weigh 3.5 kg!

Although it is a very hairy breed, the Yorkshire does not tend to shed much hair around the house. However, you may have more work to do with its maintenance. Frequent brushing is highly recommended.

What's more, this breed is great with children and has a playful, loving personality. Thus, the most common health problems are problems with the liver and teeth.

With an average height of 27 cm and reaching a weight of 3 to 5 kg, the Pinscher is another one of the popular and cute small dog breeds that you can have. In addition, the breed is very popular in Brazil, although it has a more defensive behavior.

Incidentally, the Pinscher is also a very agitated dog and tends to bark a lot. Furthermore, the breed can present lifelong orthopedic problems. In addition, they are very intelligent dogs and have a good life expectancy.

First of all, this dog breed is one of the most loving and gentle. Therefore, they are ideal options for those who want a company, in addition to adapting very well to life in apartments. Also, the Shi Tzu doesn't usually shed a lot of hair, but it's always good to keep brushing up to date.

In addition, a standard height of the breed is only 27 cm, and can weigh between 4.5 and 7.5 kg. Also, this is a silent breed and gets along very well with the whole family. However, you need to be aware, as the Shi Tzu is quite prone to skin diseases and allergies.

So, as its name says, the breed originated in Malta, and has an average size of 25cm. In this way, the Maltese falls under the popular and cute small dog breeds that we have listed here.

Thus, the breed is quite hairy and requires frequent maintenance, although it does not leave much hair around the house. So, be aware that you will have to brush him and take him to the pet shop frequently. Furthermore, the Maltese is a very affectionate and loyal dog, but has a restless temperament.

Perhaps the smallest dog on our list of 10 Popular and Cute Small Dog Breeds, this breed originated in Mexico and is quite popular around the world. So if you're looking for a furry friend that fits inside your purse, you might fall in love with the Chihuahua.

In addition, this breed is attached to the owners, in addition to being very affectionate and loyal. Incidentally, the Chihuahua is reputed to be protective, not interacting well with people it doesn't know. So, due to high-pitched barking, it may not be a good option for apartments, depending on your neighbor.

First of all, the Beagle is a breed of dog that gets along very well with children. Although a little stubborn, this breed is very affectionate and has a lot of energy. Therefore, it will be necessary to take him for a walk every day.

Furthermore, Beagles are prone to otitis problems, in addition to gaining weight easily. So, be careful that he doesn't get obese, or you could trigger other health problems.

One of the most famous popular and cute small dog breeds, the Poodle is one of the most beloved dogs by Brazilians. In addition, the breed has several variations such as Toy, miniature and medium. Thus, he can vary greatly in height and weight, but adapts very well to apartment life.

In addition, the Poodle is a loyal and very affectionate breed that likes to stay close to its owners. However, their long hair requires constant grooming and grooming. So try to do a good brushing at home at least once a week.

First of all, this breed has French origins and its large, furry ears are quite characteristic. Furthermore, the Papillon may present orthopedic problems during its lifetime, even though it is a healthy dog.

Furthermore, the Papillon is a very loyal and affectionate dog with family members. However, he doesn't get along well with strangers, becoming almost a guard dog for his owners. The breed has an average weight of between 1.5 and 4.5 kg and can reach 25 cm in height.

Finally, one of the most famous small dog breeds popular and cute in Brazil, we have the famous “sausage”. With an average height of 21 cm, this breed has the most elongated body and is at risk of becoming obese with age.

Furthermore, this Dachshund is a great family breed and does well with children. However, it is a bit of a noisy dog and loves to bark, so it might not be the best option for apartments. In addition, the breed likes to go for walks and has a lot of energy to burn.

So after all these tips do you still think you prefer a large breed dog? Have you met the Hungarian Shepherd? Well, access our content below and find out everything about this breed!