Pocket dogs: features and popular breeds

Recently, miniature dogs have become very popular and in great demand. And indeed, they do not take up much space, eat food in small quantities, easily take root in the most ordinary apartment. And the process of raising these cute creatures proceeds much easier than the training of representatives of large breeds. It may seem that pocket dogs do not require special care, but in fact it is not.

Pocket dogs have always been in demand among the fair sex, children and the elderly. Males prefer to start large breed dogs, but sometimes allow themselves to be coddled with babies.

The name "miniature doggie" carries a semantic representation of miniature breeds with a wide variety of species and subspecies with many identical features of appearance.

In the world of dog handlers and professional breeders, the concept of “pocket dogs” is not valid. In fact, this name is a marketing ploy. Strongly established phrase among ordinary inhabitants means dogs, the size of which corresponds to the size of cats. And fluffy kids do look like plush toys.

The international association of dog handlers recorded a special classification of miniature dog breeds, or, as it is also called, those breeds, where according to standard The height of pets at the withers should be up to 28 cm, and the weight should not exceed 12 kg.

Every year the demand for miniature breeds of dogs increases significantly, which is used by unscrupulous breeders, the meaning of whose work lies only in large profits. They specially cross dogs of the smallest sizes for puppies. And then put them up for sale, setting the value, increased by 3, or even 4 times, than the price stated in the official nursery. At the same time, puppies, after such risky selection procedures, probably have congenital diseases and numerous health problems:

• violations on the genetic background;
• fragile bones;
• low immunity;
• lack of development of internal organs;
• short life span.

Dwarf dog breeds are small lumps of happiness, with which it is pleasant to go out and enjoy the enthusiastic views of others. Most often, these miniature creatures spend time on their hands, and yet they need to go down to the ground in order to relieve themselves, although they do not need a long walk.

Despite its small size, mini-dogs easily get along on the same territory with other pets. They eat very little. If you feed a dwarf dog with dry food, then one big bag will be enough for an animal for a whole year.

Due to its size, pocket creatures do not require much space for living, for them it is enough to install a decorative house or a bed in the corner of the room. The rest of the space at home dog will be enough for games and active pastime.

Breeders who breed and keep pocket dogs claim that The main disadvantage of representatives of miniature breeds is the propensity to various diseases.

They have a very fragile skeleton. If the dog jumps from a height, for example, from a chair or sofa, it can earn a broken limb. Such troubles can occur during active animal games. It may seem that pocket dogs can harm your body even in a dream, although many stories are known when a miniature pet, being in the pocket of its owner, broke a paw with an unsuccessful turn.

Another disadvantage of pocket rocks is an underdeveloped jaw. Due to the small size of the mouth, there is a high probability that they lack several teeth, which adversely affects the digestive system of the animal.

In addition, miniature dogs do not know how to maintain body temperature on their own. Many of them suffer from lower blood glucose levels.

To some it may seem absurd, but even ordinary diarrhea in pocket pets can lead to their death. For this reason, it is very important to contact a veterinarian in a timely manner in case of any pet's discomfort.

Miniature dogs mostly sit in the hands of the owners and very rarely walk on the ground, because of which there are problems with the violation of their socialization. Some babies become aggressive, start to suffer from nervous disorders, are frightened by the environment. To cope with these problems, the animal must be more often brought to the street, to acquaint with congeners and give to communicate with children.

Special attention should be paid to the advantages and disadvantages of communication between pocket dogs and children. In most cases, the relationship between them is quite warm. However, it is important for adults to remember that the dog is not a toy. And this fact must be explained to the child. Dogs very quickly get used to the children. With great pleasure they have fun and play together. Also, the dog acts as a bodyguard. Of course, he will not rush into battle to protect the baby, but with his loud barking he will inform adults of the impending danger.

Pocket dogs are by their nature unpretentious and very easy to maintain, but despite this, they need careful care. For this reason, the question of acquiring a miniature dog should be decided at the family council so that everyone can express their opinion. So that the contents of the pocket pet does not cause any trouble, Responsibilities for care must be shared among all family members.

Today, there is a huge variety of pocket dog breeds, each of which has its own distinctive features. Some may be fluffy, others are smooth-haired, some have a short tail, others have an elongated one. Despite these differences, each breed is extraordinary and has a magnificent charm.

These dogs are cheerful and sensitive creatures and require the attention of the owner. They are very active, they love to play and walk. The standard of the dogs described does not imply a low weight gradation. The main thing is that the mass of the animal was not higher than 3 kg.

Caring for a terrier does not cause a huge amount of trouble. Without much difficulty, they are accustomed to the tray.

The length of the Yorkshire Terrier coat is regulated by the host. For exhibition representatives of the breed, its length should reach the floor. In pets kept for the soul, wool is clipped shortly.

In matters of health, the main problem of this breed is the gentle gastrointestinal tract. And if you pamper your baby with constant sweets, he may become obese, which will adversely affect the work of the heart muscle.

This breed of dog is the pride of Russian dog handlers. They achieved recognition 13 years ago, after 50 years of intensive breeding. To date, there are two subspecies of the described breed, namely “standard” and “mini”. The maximum weight of a mini-dog is only 1.5 kg.

Russian toi are very strong and durable, although they have a fragile physique. It is important for the owner to make sure that the animal did not jump from a height of more than 40 cm.

These charming babies are distinguished by their wayward temperament. For example, males can provoke other large animals to fight. It is undesirable to leave the Russian toe alone with the child, otherwise the animal may misunderstand the actions of the baby.

According to statistics, it is Chihuahua that occupy a leading position among miniature dogs. According to the breed standard, the weight of these babies should not exceed 1.5 kg.

In the temperament of these charming girls there is glibness and courage. These dogs are sensitive to the mood of their owner, trying to always be close to him, thereby taking an active part in all household chores.

By nature, chihuahuas are considered the healthiest representatives of pocket dogs. High-quality care for animals raises their immunity, respectively, dogs do not suffer from various diseases. And yet they have present susceptibility to allergies.

The second name of this breed is the continental toy spaniel. Some breeders call them butterflies dogs, and all because of the unusual shape of the ears. Dogs are tiny in size, but despite this, have a strong skeleton and a harmoniously built physique. Unlike their relatives, the papilions are distinguished by developed muscles and strong joints.

These are quite clever and mobile creatures.. They need a constant warm-up. An important fact is that they are fast learners. The only drawback in raising an animal can be the wrong approach of the owner, because of which the dog can become aggressive.

A distinctive feature of this breed is the charming ears, resembling a bat. By the nature of the toy Fox Terrier - a great companion and a true friend of the whole family. His tirelessness allows him to accompany the owner on the street for hours and help him with household chores.

These kids can not be attributed to the pocket variety of dogs. Hunting blood flows in their veins. And with their loud woof, they report alien invasion into private territory.

These charming creatures are considered lapdogs. They are the real friends of man. Hins easily adapt to the pace of their host. If the owner of the dog is a homebody, with great pleasure, the animal will simply lie beside him, while the active owner will be accompanied by a dog even during long walks.

Despite the charming long hair, the grooming of the animal does not arise.These kids practically do not get dirty, the wool does not get knitted into mats. It is enough just to scratch the dog a couple of times a week.

Quite a young breed, bred in St. Petersburg in 1997. Seeing these dogs outside the city is very difficult. To date, this breed has not yet received recognition dog associations, this issue is being resolved.

Caring for these pets does not cause trouble Enough every day to wipe the eyes of the animal, once every 3 days to scratch the fur, brush your teeth and inspect the ears.

Hair cutting should be done once every two months. It is necessary to bathe animals only if necessary.

Petersburg orchids are the most suitable pets for calm people and couch potatoes. Instead of walking, they will be happy to stretch out on a stove bench and disappear in sweet sleep

These dogs are considered the smallest creatures and are acquired exclusively for apartment life.

Toy poodles are very friendly creatures, especially in relation to small children. But they cannot find a common wave with other pets.

Grooming is a separate issue. You should not create this doggy's haircut yourself; it’s best to turn to a professional. It is necessary to bathe a dog often, it is necessary to scratch every day. Toy poodles love to walk, and during walks the owner needs to arrange physical exercise for the kid.

If the answer to the question about acquiring a tiny pet turned out to be positive, you can proceed to the choice of a suitable pet. To avoid a mistake and buy a healthy pedigree puppy, you should use the advice of experienced breeders.

• Dog breed. Choosing a representative of pocket dogs, one must be guided not only by the external data of the animal, but also by its character and temperament.
• Quality breeder. Choosing a nursery, you need to find out information about the breeder, if possible, ask other buyers.
• The size of the dog. Search for the tiniest creatures should not be. For any breed of miniature dogs there is a mandatory standard. If the animal has a mini-size, then in the future he will definitely have health problems.
• The inability to predict the size of a puppy in advance after a period of active growth. No breeder can say for sure how the puppy will grow up. To the statement that an adult individual will have miniature sizes, one should focus attention. The height and weight of an adult individual must meet the standards of the selected breed. Although there have been cases that a tiny puppy grew up much larger than his brothers and sisters.
• Falsification. No self-respecting breeder will not assure a potential buyer of the existence of pocket dogs. Professionals say this about pets with small sizes. And amateurs are engaged in forging documents, prescribing an increased age of the animal. Thus, a three-month-old puppy can become a one-year-old dog with a miniature size.
• Communication with the dog. A personal meeting and acquaintance with the pet you like will reveal the traits of his character and recognize the temperament. It is best to choose a dog that confidently goes to the hands of a person. In addition, the dog must be playful and safely take food from unfamiliar hands.
• The possibility of cheating. Unfortunately, a simple man in the street is very easy to fool. In order to avoid such troubles, before going to the kennel, the potential owner must go to the playground for dogs or to an animal show. It is there that you can see with your own eyes the adults of the breed you like.

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