If ever you thought your little dog was a feisty sports hero, you are not alone! Here are just three tiny breeds that are making a name for themselves!
Papillion
A preferred pet among the European aristocracy, my French name and appearance associate me with a butterfly. But I’m more than superbly sprightly and beautiful. I’m an exceptional problem-solver, and one of the most trainable, intelligent breeds. If you’re looking for a tough competitor in a small form, I’m your breed. Because I only weigh about 9 pounds, I’m easy to lift and transport to a rally, agility, obedience or freestyle competition. Just leave room for my ribbons and trophies!
Mi-Ki
We’re peppy, adaptable and nimble like our feline friends, yet renowned for our tender temperament. Weighing some 4 to 10 pounds, I have a delightfully Gremlin-esque appearance. I’m a relatively new breed, likely developed from Maltese, Papillon and Japanese Chin lines. People-focused, we show a generous spirit for service. Once my family checks out local therapy certification programs for me, they can put me to work. I adore my own family, but I’m also a natural bringing comfort to the sick, or smiles to the faces of seniors. And remember when you’re packing for trips that I’m an easy-to-transport travel companion. Plus I’m relatively quiet, so I won’t likely disturb our hotel neighbors. I hear the Grand Canyon is pet friendly. Hint hint…Silky Terrier
We’re from terrier lines, but we find ourselves (because of our diminutive size, I suppose) classified in the Toy Group. Alert, active and affectionate, we were developed in Australia from vermin- and snake-hunting terriers, such as my gutsy Yorkshire Terrier cousin. Our principal role today is companionship, but we’re active buddies, not all-day snugglers. We’d love to try rally with you, make therapy dog visits or perhaps chase annoying squirrels from your yard. Sometimes my family calls me delightful, yet sometimes they call me mischievous. I call myself tremendously versatile!
Who says you have to be a German Shepherd to be the perfect sports dog? It may be true that holding a baseball is not an easy task for a Chihuahua or tiny terrier but they have the enthusiasm of a Dalmatian when it comes to running and partaking in all of the athletic extremes!
Go over to Dogster and check out more tiny but perky pups that are all about the activity and games! They may not look the type but they are all definitely sports heroes!
