Top 10 Cutest Dog Breeds in the world 2018 by Dogmal

Hi guys, are you looking for smart, cutest, and small dog breeds for your family and children? Here is a list of the Top 10 cutest dog breeds in the world recognized by the AKC.

Cutest dog breeds content overview

Norfolk Terrier
Boston Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Pug
Yorkshire Terrier
Bichon Frise
French Bulldog
Papillon
Pomeranian

10). Norfolk Terrier

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The Norfolk Terrier, one of the cutest and small dog breeds, originated in Great Britain. They are the smallest of the working terriers. They love people and children and do make good pets. The Norfolk Terrier has a wire-haired coat which, according to the various national kennel club’ breed standards. They are active and compact, free-moving, with good substance and bone.

AKC Breed Popularity: Ranks 134 of 194
Height: 9-10 inches
Weight: 11-12 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-16 years
Group: Terrier Group

9). Boston Terrier

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The Boston Terrier is a Non-Sporting dog breed originating in the United States of America. Bostons are small and compact with a short tail and erect ears. The AKC says they are highly intelligent and very easily trained. Boston is a gentle breed that typically has a strong, happy-go-lucky, and friendly personality with a merry sense of humor.

AKC Breed Popularity: Ranks 21 of 194
Height: 15-17 inches
Weight: 12-25 pounds
Life Expectancy: 11-13 years
Group: Non-Sporting Group

8). Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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If you are looking small and cutest toy group dog breed, here is one of yours best choices. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small spaniel classed as a toy dog by The Kennel Club and the American Kennel Club. The breed is generally friendly, affectionate, and good with both children and other animals.

AKC Breed Popularity: Ranks 19 of 194
Height: 12-13 inches
Weight: 13-18 pounds
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Group: Toy Group

7). Japanese Chin

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The Japanese Chin is also known as the Japanese spaniel. Japanese Chin originated in China; the Chin’s route arrived in Japan is a widely debated topic. This breed is considered one of the most cat-like of dog breeds in attitude: it is alert, intelligent, and independent, and it uses its paws to wash and wipe its face.

AKC Breed Popularity: Ranks 108 of 194
Height: 8-11 inches
Weight: 7-11 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-12 years
Group: Toy Group

6). Pug

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If you are looking short-muzzled wrinkly dog breed, here it is perfect for you. Pugs are known for being pleasant and gentle companion dogs originated in China. Pugs were bred to be companions for ruling families in China. Small but solid Pug is today adored by his millions of fans around the world. Pugs live to love and to be loved in return.

AKC Breed Popularity: Ranks 32 of 194
Height: 10-13 inches
Weight: 14-18 pounds
Life Expectancy: 13-15 years
Group: Toy Group

5). Yorkshire Terrier

@yorkie_corner

The Yorkshire Terrier is a terrier-type small and cute dog breeds developed during the 19th century in Yorkshire, England, to catch rats in clothing mills. Yorkshire Terriers are an easy dog breed to train. They are long-lived and hypoallergenic, and they make fine little watchdogs.

Also read: Yorkshire Terrier crossbreeds

AKC Breed Popularity: Ranks 9 of 194
Height: 7-8 inches
Weight: 7 pounds
Life Expectancy: 11-15 years
Group: Toy Group

4). Bichon Frise

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The small but sturdy and resilient Bichon Frise stands among the world’s great “personality dogs.” The Bichon Frise is a member of the Non-sporting Group of dog breeds in the United States and a Toy Dog Group member in the United Kingdom. Bichons do well with children because they are playful and have lots of energy.

AKC Breed Popularity: Ranks 45 of 194
Height: 9.5-11.5 inches
Weight: 12-18 pounds
Life Expectancy: 14-15 years
Group: Non-Sporting Group

3). French Bulldog

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People who love him say the French Bulldog’s best qualities are charm and adaptability. The French Bulldog, also known as Frenchie, is a small breed of domestic dog. They have fairly minimal exercise needs but do require at least daily short walks. The French Bulldog is sometimes called “Frog dog” or a “Clown dog”.

AKC Breed Popularity: Ranks 6 of 194
Height: 11-13 inches
Weight: under 28 pounds
Life Expectancy: 10-12 years
Group: Non-Sporting Group

2). Papillon

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The Papillon also called the Continental Toy Spaniel dog breed, originated in Belgium, France. Papillons are very intelligent and self-assured dogs that have a very easy time learning new tricks. The temperament of Papillons is happy, friendly, adventurous dogs. They are not shy or aggressive. Papillons make excellent family dogs.

AKC Breed Popularity: Ranks 53 of 194
Height: 8-11 inches
Weight: 5-10 pounds
Life Expectancy: 14-16 years
Group: Toy Group

1). Pomeranian

@missyminzi

The Pomeranian is the first number cutest dog in the world; it’s also known as Pom. The breed has been made popular by several royal owners since the 18th century. Pomeranians are typically friendly, playful, and lively, but they can be aggressive with other dogs to prove themselves.

Top 10 Cutest Dog Breeds in the World