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Check out tips and fun facts for the small dog in our ultimate guide, and celebrate pint-sized pooches with big personalities and even bigger hearts.

Top 5 Ways to Keep a Small Dog Happy and Safe in the Car
Learn ways of ensuring that every road trip is a happy and successful one for both of you.

5 Vacation Destinations Your Small Dog Will Love
Before you book your plane tickets, do some research.

5 Tips for Taking Your Small Dog on a Plane
Your dog seems to be made for the jet-setting life. Or is he?

5 Ways to Schmooze Small Dogs
Some small dogs are bold and brave while others tend to be timid and shy.

Top 10 Kid-friendly Small Dogs
What these pups lack in size, they more than make up for in personality and playfulness.

Top 10 Doggy Eateries Your Small Dog Will Love
Check out our picks for the best types of doggie dining.

Top 10 Trainable Small Dog Breeds
Check out our pick of ten highly trainable pups that are at the head of the pack.

5 Tips for Living with a Small Dog in a Loft
How can you make sure your loft setup breeds success?

Alternatives to Flying with Your Small Dog
How will you get your dog to the pet-friendly hotel at your vacation destination?

Sharing Your Bed with a Small Dog
Russia's Czar, Peter the Great, slept with his Italian greyhound

Are small dogs more prone to joint issues?
Here are some of the joint issues veterinarians see most frequently.

5 Things You Should Know Before You Adopt a Cocker Spaniel
The Cocker Spaniel is a small sweetheart that originated in Spain and was bred as a hunter.

5 Ways to Introduce a Small Dog to a Large Dog
It's important to socialize any dog as soon as they come into your life.

5 Reasons a Dachshund is a Hot Dog
These small dogs are just as likely to be called doxies, badger hounds or weenies.

How to Budget for Your Small Dog's Health
In 2010, American pet owners spent $13.01 billion on veterinary care.

Top 5 Training Tips for Beagles
Your pup still possesses the traits that made him a great beagler.

Top 5 Car Seats for Small Dogs
It's in everyone's best interest that you keep your pup buckled up.

5 Important Health Tips for Shih Tzus
He's your best buddy and you want him around for as long as possible.

10 Tricks to Teach a Small Dog
Every animal has his own abilities, but several tricks are especially suited for small dogs.

5 Things You Should Know Before You Adopt a Cocker Spaniel
The Cocker Spaniel is a small sweetheart that originated in Spain and was bred as a hunter.

5 Daily Rituals Your Small Dog Looks Forward To
Rituals are important for dogs; they provide them with stability and security.

10 Cities with Small Dog-Friendly Public Transportation
Small dogs are allowed to ride on public transportation in cities all across the country.

5 Common Shih Tzu Personality Traits
Shih tzus might be tiny in size, but they're big on personality.

Doggy Day Care Tips for Small Dogs
Before you pack up your pup, do some homework.

How to Introduce Your Small Dog to Other Pets
Your small dog needs a cordial relationship with her housemates for the safety of all involved.

Don't Hold Me Down: a Small Dog's Cuddling Credo
Small dogs look like little cuddlebugs, but they may not always feel that way.

5 Tips for Staying in a Hotel with Your Small Dog
It's easier than ever to find a place to stay with your pint-sized pooch.

Top 10 Tips for Training Your Small Dog
Small dogs are no more difficult to train than large dogs.

Potty Training Alternatives for Small Dogs
If you don't want to spend half your life outdoors, it's time to think outside the box.

Pugs, Pinot and Potstickers: Hosting a Dog-Friendly Cocktail Party
Doggie party dresses are so en vogue.

10 Celebrities Who Love Small Dogs
Celebrities have taken their love of small dogs from the silver screen to real life.

5 Surprising Facts About Chihuahuas
Learn some surprising facts about the tiniest dog in the history of the AKC.

5 Things You Didn't Know about the Boston Terrier
Good things come in small packages, and that's certainly true with the Boston terrier.

5 Surprising Facts About the Maltese
A Maltese may be small, but he’s not all fluff.

5 Things You Should Know Before You Adopt a Bichon Frise
These adorable dogs need moderate exercise, consistent training and frequent grooming.

Are teacup breeds just undersized small dogs?
A "teacup" dog, is the same as any other member of her breed with one important exception: size.

Are Small Dogs More Prone to Digestive Issues?
If clean-up duty is becoming a fixture in your life, what do you do?

Doggie Diets: Helping Your Small Pooch Shed Pounds
If your small dog has bypassed pleasantly plump, it's time to take action.
Are small dogs more trainable than large dogs?
When it comes to trainability size really doesn't matter.

City Dog, Country Dog: Where Do Small Dogs Thrive?
Are petite pups better suited for city streets or green acres?

5 Biggest Training Mistakes Small Dog Owners Make
Don't let your small dog's good looks distract you from the real work at hand: training.

10 Best Small Dog Breeds for Therapy Work
Small dogs in are well-suited for therapy because they can be lifted into beds if a person is immobile.

10 Nicknames That Won't Embarrass Your Small Dog
Take inspiration from our list of 10 nicknames that won't embarrass your small dog (hopefully).

How to Train Your Small Dog to Use the Litter Box
The idea of training your small dog to use a litter box like a cat might sound a bit wacky... but it's genius.

What You Should Know About Adopting a Senior Small Dog
Next time you're in the shelter, don't go straight to the puppies, give an old guy a chance.

5 Mucho Macho Small Dogs
The opposite sex likes small dogs too. And these guys aren't mama's boys.

Best Ways to Cuddle with Your Small Dog
Like people, dogs have different comfort levels in showing affection.

Airport Rules for Small Dogs
A great thing about small dogs is being able to take them with you wherever you go, including onto airplanes.

Best Travel Gear for Your Small Dog
It's not always easy to keep your small dog safe and happy while you're on the go.

How to Paper Train Your Small Dog
The process of paper training begins as soon as you bring your small breed puppy or dog home.

How to Prevent Car Sickness in Small Dogs
All dog breeds and sizes are equally predisposed to motion sickness.

Obedience School Tips for Small Dogs
In obedience classes, your dog will be taught necessary etiquette and safety skills.

What's the best way to groom a terrier?
The type of coat your dog has will largely determine her grooming needs

Top 5 Ways to Stop Your Small Dog from Gobbling
There are health risks associated with being a greedy gobbler.

Top 5 Tools for Grooming Your Small Dog at Home
All dogs need regular grooming to check for fleas and ticks, as well as occasional baths.

Top 5 Sports for Small Dogs
We shouldn't be couch potatoes. And neither should our dogs.

Top 5 Small Dog Grooming Tips
Most grooming tasks are easy, and simply require the proper tools, some basic know-how and lots of love.

Top 5 Signs Your Jack Russell May Be Under the Weather
Although dogs can't verbalize how they feel, they can give you signs to indicate when they're under the weather.

Small Dog Stuff: Products to Complement Your Pooch's Lifestyle
Owners of small dogs go above and beyond.

Small Dog Safety: Is Your Pooch's Bite as Bad as His Bark?
The prevalence of dog bites could be greatly reduced if more canines were trained not to bite.

5 Double-duty Small Dog Treats
Try some dog treat inventions that to help owners spoil their dogs with a clean conscience.

Are small dogs always alpha?
Some people might assume these small toy breeds suffer from a Napoleon complex.

Top 5 Ways to Keep Your Pug Healthy
Keep your pug dog healthy to give him or her the long, full, happy life your companion deserves.

5 Homemade Treats Your Small Pooch Will Love
Learn more about five homemade treats that are sure to please.

5 Big Dog Exercises Adapted for Your Small Dog
Be inspired by big-dog exercises that can easily be adapted for your small dog.

Top 5 Products to Help Your Aging Small Dog
Try some creative products that will help both dog and owner through the difficult aging process.

10 Questions to Ask Your Vet About Your Small Dog
When it comes to veterinary visits, there are a number of additional questions you may want to ask.

Top 10 Cat-Friendly Small Dogs
With proper socialization, dogs and cats can live in harmony.

5 Stereotypes About Small Dogs
From playful pugs to exuberant Jack Russell terriers, small dogs can defy all the stereotypes. The five biggest offenders: Prepare to be busted.

5 Reasons to Choose a Small Dog Over a Big One
If you're considering becoming a pet parent, thinking "small" might actually come with some rather large advantages.

10 Small Dogs with the Biggest Personalities
Check out our top 10 small canines with big personalities to find out who the biggest little dogs on campus really are.

Famous Small Dogs in History
Small dogs have been capturing the human heart for ages. Who were the world's greatest small canines? Click ahead to find out.

How to Quiet Your Small Dog
Every time there's a noise outside or someone comes to the door, your dog begins barking. What's a responsible owner to do?

How to Create a Play Group for Your Small Dog
To start up a successful play group for small dogs, you'll need to think about the members' temperaments.

How to Have an Adventure with Your Small Dog
Keep reading to learn some "paw-inspiring" ways to have a good and safe time with your small dog.

Can Small Dogs Have a Napoleon Complex?
The canine version of the Napoleon complex -- small dog syndrome -- may indeed exist.

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