Small (10-25 lbs) Dog & Cat Breeds
Compare Small (10-25 lbs) dog & cat breeds with honest, research-backed profiles covering temperament, grooming, exercise needs, and real day-to-day care — so you can see which breeds are the right fit and pick your match with confidence.

Dog breed
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Breed Profile
A big herding dog in a short body — smart, funny, and deeply attached to you, but vocal, opinionated, and a heavy…

Dog breed
Miniature Schnauzer Breed Profile
A smart, bearded terrier who wants to be involved in everything you do — great if you want a busy, chatty companion,…

Cat breed
Siamese Breed Profile
A brilliant, talkative, deeply attached cat who wants to be part of everything you do — wonderful if you want a constant…

Dog breed
Beagle Breed Profile
A cheerful, sturdy scenthound who's brilliant with kids and other dogs — but that nose will lead him anywhere, and he'll tell…

Dog breed
Dachshund Breed Profile
A bold, funny, deeply loyal little hound with a big personality and a stubborn streak — wonderful if you want a characterful…

Dog breed
French Bulldog Breed Profile
A charming, low-exercise companion who thrives on constant human company — but their flat face brings real breathing and heat risks, and…
