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- 1. Lulu from Pomerania
- 2. Shar pei
- 3. Maltese Bichon
- 4. Cavalier King Charles spaniel
- 5. Chow chow
- 6. Samoyed
- 7. Beagle
- 8. Boxer
- 9. Basset Hound
- 10. Border Collie
- Other cute dog breeds
Although the character of dogs depends largely on their genetics and hormones, it is true that education plays a very important role in our dogs' personality development. This is the concern of many guardians when adopting a dog, as they do not know what the ideal breed is for them and wonder if it will have a good temperament at home.
That's why, in this PeritoAnimal article, we show you the 10 cutest dog breeds in the world so you can learn more about some of them, their origins, characteristics and personality.
1. Lulu from Pomerania
This breed, also known as Pomeranian Lulu or German dwarf Spitz, has its origins in the Pomeranian region of northern Germany and Poland. In the beginning, these dogs weighed more than 10 kilos, however, their size was considerably reduced when they arrived in European kennels, reaching a maximum weight of 3 kilos.
Today, it retains some characteristics that protect it from the cold, such as its abundant coat. It consists of two layers of hair, one denser inside and one outside that is longer and less smooth. In addition to its characteristic coat and small size, it has a small, triangular head similar to that of a fox. For all these reasons, it is considered one of the cutest dogs in the world.
As for the character of this puppy, he is an independent and territorial animal, but very happy and fun. She has a lot of energy and generally socializes well with her human companions.
2. Shar pei
It is of Asian origin, as data suggest it was one of the first dog breeds to appear in the South China Sea. In the beginning, the shar pei was used in hunting activities, herding, as a combat dog, keeper of property or even served as food. However, over the years, this breed has spread to other parts of the world such as the United States, where it now plays the role of companion animal.
It is known for its peculiar wrinkled skin, especially on the head area, implying that it has suffered from eye and skin problems throughout history. It is also characterized by its short tail and small dark eyes, usually hidden between facial wrinkles. Although it is very common to see these dogs with cream brown colors, it is true that there are many other shades for this medium sized breed (grey, black, whitish, orange...).
It is the perfect dog to have at home because, in addition to being calm and intelligent, it is usually very affectionate and good with the family. This doesn't mean that we have to always be on top of him, because, despite needing affection like everyone else, he is also a very independent breed.
For all its qualities, the shar pei is another of the cutest puppies out there, and who can resist that adorable face?
3. Maltese Bichon
The origin of this breed is not clear because, despite the beliefs that point to the island of Malta, it is true that other hypotheses place it in the region of Italy. It later spread to other parts of the world where it served as a companion animal.
The Maltese bichon is characterized by its white coat and abundant straight hair that sometimes covers part of the eyes. It is a small animal, normally not exceeding 3.5 kg. This breed usually participates in canine beauty contests, precisely because it is a cute, adorable and very cute dog.
The Maltese bichon is the perfect companion as it has a good temperament, is quite sociable and does not need long daily walks. In addition, it has a cheerful and very friendly character.
4. Cavalier King Charles spaniel
It has its origins in England, where it emerged from the crossing of other breeds, such as Japanese water dogs and Pekinese. His name "Charles" is said to refer to Charles II, as this dog was a great friend and a member of the king's entourage. Since then, he is seen as a good companion animal.
The Cavalier King Charles spaniel is known for its small size, not exceeding 8 pounds in weight. It has a certain resemblance to the cocker spaniel breed, as it has long, hairy and drooping ears that give you a really tender and adorable look. It has long, smooth and fine fur, and can adopt different colors combined with white (brown, black, orange, etc.). It is important to care for and maintain your coat so that it looks healthy.
It's mostly a dog balanced and very active. However, it is also characterized by its nobility, affection and sociability with all types of people. All this and much more makes it ideal to have at home, without forgetting the importance of your walks and your daily care.
5. Chow chow
Although all the dogs described here are adorable, if we think about tender dogs, without a doubt, one of the first ones that comes to mind is the chow chow. This breed, whose name means "soft and fluffy lion", has its origins in China. Chow chow is known to have served as a guard dog, hunting dog, herding dog and even food in the past. It is one of the oldest dog breeds and today it has spread around the world as a faithful companion animal.
As for its features, it is medium in size and normally weighs around 30 kilos. Other aspects that differentiate it are its abundant coat, which resembles a lion, its short ears and its blue tongue. The latter, despite the different hypotheses that exist, has a genetic origin.
Unlike the dog breeds mentioned above, the chow chow is a very quiet and not energetic. This does not mean that he is not a happy, faithful and sociable dog with adults and children. Due to his origins, he has a protective instinct, which makes him ideal to have as a best friend at home.
6. Samoyed
Its name refers to its origins in the Samoyed villages of Russia, where he served as a hunting, herding and even sled animal, as he has strong muscles. In addition, its abundant coat made it ideal for protection in such cold places.
Samoyed is characterized by its good proportions, presenting a very elegant appearance. It has a spectacular long coat that can be divided into two layers: the outer one, a little thicker and coarser, and the inner one, softer and more woolly. It has small, triangular, erect ears and small, round, dark eyes. In general, there is a face that makes you look happy most of the time, that's why he's such a cute and adorable dog.
He has a good temperament, this is a breed very sociable who needs the warmth of everyone around him. That's why he usually gets along very well with all kinds of animals and people, whether they are children or adults. However, like any other pet, he needs a good education from the moment he is a puppy.
7. Beagle
This breed of English origin was originally used by humans to hunt other animals, although today it continues to participate in this activity carried out by many hunters. It was only in 1870, in the United States of America, that the beagle began to be adopted as a companion animal as well.
It is known for its long, drooping ears, short limbs and tricolor coat that usually combines brown, white and black. As adults, they are small to medium sized and can weigh around 20 or 25 pounds.
As for its character, the beagle is a dog friendly and obedient. However, due to his hunting instincts, he is also very active and independent. For this reason, it is essential to educate them properly, provide them with the necessary exercise, and leave space for them at certain times. Without a doubt, both for his physical appearance and his personality, he is one of the cutest dogs in the world.
8. Boxer
With his gentle expression and his noble gaze, the boxer couldn't be missing from the list of cute dogs. The boxer appeared in Munich (Germany), where he served as a hunting animal like many other dog breeds. In addition, he participated in other activities, such as transporting messengers and bodies wounded in World War II.
He is characterized by his flat or brachiocephalic face similar to a bulldog, as it arose from a cross between bulldog and bullenbeisser brabant. It is currently a medium-large breed, usually weighing up to 40 kilos. In addition, it has a strong musculature and usually comes in a variety of colors along with a short, soft cape.
The boxer dog stands out for its nobility, sympathy, loyalty and protective instinct. However, he needs a lot of attention, as he loves running and playing with his humans. It is necessary to offer him long walks and places where he can let off steam.
9. Basset Hound
The basset hound, believed to be the Bloodhound breed, appeared in France, where it was used for hunting from the beginning. However, over time, it spread to other countries, such as the United Kingdom, where it started to be created.
As for his appearance, his drooping eyelids and hidden facial wrinkles make him look sad, which has nothing to do with reality. He is also known for his large floppy ears, elongated body, and short limbs that give him a short stature. However, it can weigh between 30 and 40 kilos, as it is a medium-sized breed.
It is ideal to have him at home because, although his face reflects the opposite, he is a very happy and playful dog. His hunting instincts make him a very active dog, so he will demand a lot of attention and love from his family. For all its characteristics, no one can deny that the basset hound is one of the cutest dogs in the world.
10. Border Collie
The origins of the border collie are not very clear, although the data that currently exist suggest that this breed could have appeared between Great Britain and Ireland, later spreading to other parts of the world.
They are characterized by their agile build and although he is not a large dog and usually weighs less than 25 kilos, he has strong, light musculature. It can have several colors, but the best known is the combination of black-white or gray-white. They usually have short fur, but longer on certain parts of the body such as the tail, the back of the extremities or the ears. Their ears tend to adopt vertical positions, although there are also cases where they drop a little. The border collie's eyes are also characteristic, because although the vast majority are dark shades, well, it's true that many specimens have them blue or one eye of each color.
In addition to being one of the cutest dogs in the world for his loyalty and affection to his human companions, he is also considered one of the smartest dog breeds out there. This is mainly due to its great capacity and speed in learning commands. For this reason, you should not forget to give them a good education since they are puppies and adequate physical activity, as they are also very active animals that need to play and run constantly.
Other cute dog breeds
In addition to the cutest dog breeds in the world described above, there are many others that might be of interest to you:
- whippet
- cocker spaniel
- Golden retriever
- labrador retriever
- Mastiff of the Pyrenees
- St Bernard
- Poodle
- spanish water dog
- spanish mastiff
- pug
And, of course, we can't forget the mutts or SRD, as it is among them that we can find the cutest dogs due to the diversity that exists, both physical and personality!