Small Dogs

Small Dogs - Big Things Come in Small Packages
Is a Small Dog a Better Breed Than a Big Dog?
You're in the market for a pet - a dog in particular - but do you choose a micro teacup Chihuahua or a Saint Bernard? The choice isn't just about your personal preferences, although that does play a huge part in your decision. There are differences between small dog breeds and large dog breeds that could impact your lifestyle significantly. For instance, a large dog has higher food and care costs. They don't live as long as smaller dog breeds, and they need plenty of space to get ample exerci...

Types of Small Dogs
Small Dogs are so cute
There are so many types of small dogs that are so cute and cuddly. But don't let their size fool you, some of them are more vicious than a Large dog! Small dogs are easier to maintain, or are they? Because they are small we tend to pay more attention to them, spoiling them, pampering them. Sometimes we forget they are DOGS. I often wonder what is that little critter thinking while we put hair bows and dresses on them? But, we can't help ourselves they are just to cute not to dress up.

Fury, The Little Fierce Pekingese
Meet Fury!
With a name like Fury, you would have thought he was a large ferocious dog. Fury was in fact a small dog, a Pekingese but equally fierce. Fury will always have a special place in my heart as he was our family's very first pet dog. He did not think of himself as a toy dog but rather a guard dog. After all, he came from a line of dogs which is also commonly called the "Lion Dog". He certainly has the look of a lion. He behaved like a fierce lion though he didn't quite have the roar to match!

Golly Gear - A Small Dog Boutique with a Difference
At Golly Gear, we know that Mastiffs and Maltese have very different needs!
We tried, for years, to find stuff for our little dogs that suited their size. Collars that fit, toys they could actually fetch, beds that snuggled them, treats that are snacks instead of meals. When we found wonderful products, we wanted to share them with all the other small dog people. That's why we opened Golly Gear, a small-dog store with a difference. We know that dogs are dogs, regardless of their size. Sure, we can pick ours up. And we may be tempted, at times, to dress them up and ca...

10 Great Small Dog Breeds
Small Dog Breeds to Love
This lens features ten of the cutest small dogs. It includes some basic information about each breed's appearance, personality and special characteristics. I owned a Shih Tzu for 15-1/2 years and I know how much joy a small dog can bring into one's life. I hope this lens will help you find that special small dog that will change your life forever.

Dogs get elegant!
Every dog needs a little sparkle!
We're believers in "doggy dogs," but every once in a while a pup's just got to shine! A little bling, a bit of sparkle, or maybe just a touch of class! Dogs are members of our families and we all enjoy dressing up for a special occasion, don't we? A family portrait, a holiday gathering, a special birthday all call for something extra. The "extras" we've chosen to feature are almost all variations on normal, day-to-day dog stuff; collars for special occasions, harnesses with some extra flair, ...