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Parti Miniature Schnauzer

August 11, 2023 By Sarah Holloway 8 Comments

parti miniature schnauzer

A parti Miniature Schnauzer has patches of white fur in their coat. Parti coloring is not recognized by the official breed standard for the Mini Schnauzer. So this coat pattern is somewhat rare for the breed. But a purebred parti Mini Schnauzer is likely to share all the same great […] Read More

Mini Doodles, Pocket Size Doodle Dog Breeds To Brighten Your Day

August 8, 2023 By Lucy Leave a Comment

Bernedoodle - The Bernese Mountain Dog Poodle Mix

Mini Doodles have one Toy or Miniature Poodle parent, and another parent from a little dog breed. Small doodles are friendly, loyal and loving pets. These tiny Doodles are often low shedding too! Today we’ll share a complete list of Mini Doodle dog breeds. Looking at the pros and cons […] Read More

Miniature Poodle Traits, Care and Personality

April 28, 2023 By Caitlin Riffee 22 Comments

iniature Poodle Dog Breed Information Center - The Mini Poodle Guide

The Miniature Poodle dog breed is hard to beat when it comes to pets. A small, agile and intelligent pup with a low shedding, curly coat, this mini Poodle type has a playful, inquisitive personality and gets on well with people of all ages. Miniature Poodles have a range of […] Read More

Snorkie – Miniature Schnauzer Yorkie Mix

April 26, 2023 By Happy Puppy Team 25 Comments

miniature schnauzer yorkie mix

The Snorkie dog is a Miniature Schnauzer Yorkie mix. A hybrid designer dog breed with one purebred Miniature Schnauzer parent, and one purebred Yorkshire Terrier parent. Snorkies are friendly, affectionate, and playful. A small crossbreed, an adult Snorkie can weigh up to 25 lbs, growing to 7 – 14 inches […] Read More

Best Food For A Miniature Schnauzer

April 21, 2023 By Happy Puppy Team 2 Comments

Best Food For A Miniature Schnauzer

The best food for a Miniature Schnauzer is high in protein and doesn’t contain too many filler ingredients. These stocky little live wires thrive on a diet that promotes muscle development and provides plenty of energy. However, they are prone to a few health conditions that can be exacerbated by […] Read More

Miniature Sheltie

April 17, 2023 By Caitlyn Cuthbert 9 Comments

miniature sheltie

A miniature Sheltie is a Shetland Sheepdog, or Shetland Sheepdog mix, which has been bred to be much smaller than average. Just like their bigger cousins, mini Shelties are likely to be smart and energetic, with an innate herding instinct. But the process of making an established breed smaller can […] Read More

Miniature German Shepherd Dog: Do These Pint Sized Protectors Really Exist?

April 13, 2023 By Jane Pinzhoffer 25 Comments

miniature german shepherd

You’ve probably seen photos of “mini” German Shepherds online, fluffy, pocket-sized versions of the world’s most loved loyal protector.  They look real enough to make anyone fall in love. But here’s the truth: there’s no officially recognized miniature German Shepherd breed. So where do these smaller lookalikes come from? Are […] Read More

Mini Bernese Mountain Dog

April 12, 2023 By Penny Berrigan 13 Comments

mini bernese mountain dog

The mini Bernese Mountain Dog is a smaller version of the powerful, loyal giant Bernese Mountain Dog breed. Bred by mixing the Bernese with a smaller breed, introducing the dwarfism gene or using small purebred parents, these dogs are under 25 inches tall and less than 80lbs as adults. They […] Read More

Miniature Schnauzer Dog Breed

April 3, 2023 By Helen Lee 49 Comments

miniature schnauzer

The Miniature Schnauzer is a friendly, social breed. They can suit city or country living, and do best with plenty of daily exercise and training. A distinctive busy beard and soulful eyes stand them apart from a lot of other popular breeds, but I’ve also found them to be incredibly […] Read More

Mini French Bulldog

March 31, 2023 By Lisa Hertz 13 Comments

the french bulldog has bat like pointy ears

A mini French Bulldog is not an official breed, but a version of the standard French Bulldog bred to be smaller than normal. Teacup French Bulldogs are seen as easier to care for, train and maintain than full sized pups. While still keeping the same personality, appearance and cute face. […] Read More

Miniature Bull Terrier – Is This Your Perfect Little Puppy?

December 11, 2018 By Jane Pinzhoffer Leave a Comment

Miniature Bull Terrier

Miniature Bull Terriers have all the appeal of their larger cousins, but in a tiny package. They have  a temperament that could fairly be described as playful, charming, and downright goofy. But the full sized Bull Terrier gets a lot of bad press. Bull Terriers Yes, they were originally bred to […] Read More

Miniature Maltese – A Tiny Lap Dog

November 3, 2018 By Kristin Hitchcock Leave a Comment

teacup Maltese

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