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A sturdy little dog, the Brussels Griffon rose to fame in the movie, As Good as it Gets. Cheerful, sensitive and sometimes high-strung, Griffons really love to be spoiled! Check out more details on these cute little dogs here.

This loving, doting little dog comes in the powderpuff and hairless variety, the latter often winning the coveted title of World’s Ugliest Dog! Find out more about Chinese Cresteds here.

With a top speed of 25mph, Italian Greyhounds make quick yet very affectionate canine companions. IGs are intelligent but sensitive and remain playful past puppyhood. Find out more about this delicate breed here.

Known for a clean and odorless coat, the little Japanese Chin is also a quiet dog. This social breed has a history as a lapdog, so loves being around people, but don’t take to training very well. Find out more here.

With their dark expressive eyes and sometimes long, flowing coats, Maltese dogs are one of the 20 most popular breeds in the US. As any Maltese owner knows, they can be very energetic and enjoy playing games, and also make a great little companion. Read more here.

With little heads that look like butterflies, Papillons are a playful and obedient breed. They’re small but hardy, and do well in agility contests. Papillons are fairly healthy but need daily grooming. Find out more here.

Hailing from China in 2000 B.C., this charming lapdog has long been a favorite of royalty. Known for being stubborn and a one-person dog, the Pekingese requires daily grooming and cleaning of their face wrinkles. Find out more about caring for Pekes here.

Pomeranians are lively little balls of fluff, but they weren’t always so tiny! Originating from a region which is now Germany and Poland, Poms used to be 20-30 pounds but are now usually 3-7! Read more about Pomeranians here.

Known for their wrinkly faces and curly tails, Pugs are the 13th most popular breed in the United States. Find out more about this loving and playful breed here.

Shih Tzu dogs are the 9th most popular breed in America. They originated in China, and is one of the oldest breeds. Characterized by their long flowing coat and lively personality, they can also make good watch dogs. Read more here.