If you love huskies but don't love their size, then this loyal little dog is perfect for you. It was specially bred to be a companion-sized version of the Alaska Husky!

Weight: 6-25 pounds

Calling all moms and dads—these spirited and affectionate pups are known for being great with kids. They're also said to be quick learners when it comes to training. Just think of all the fun tricks you could teach your new Australian terrier!

Weight: 15-20 pounds

You'll love this fluffy pup just as much as you love the sauce whose name it shares! The Bolognese, which hails from Italy and is a member of the Bichon family, is known for its intelligence, wit, and calmness. If you're looking for a dog that isn't too high-energy, you've met your match!

Weight: 6-10 pounds

This hardworking hunting dog from Germany is easily trainable and multi-talented—as you can see from this picture!

Weight: 17-22 pounds

This smart and playful pup comes in hairless and coated varieties, which makes it a perfect pick for anyone who suffers from allergies.

Weight: 12-16 pounds

Loyal and charming, the Bedlington terrier is known for its curly coat and fleecy, pear-shaped head. These pups also make great cuddle buddies!

Weight: 17-23 pounds

These 10-inch-tall pups are a little larger than their close cousin, the Yorkshire Terrier, and decidedly less yappy. You'll love petting your Silky terrier's soft, glossy blue-and-tan coat!

Weight: Around 10 pounds

The athletic and affectionate Cirneco dell'Etna got its start in Sicily as an ancient coursing hound. These pups are known for being sweet, independent, and fast.

Weight: 17-26 pounds

The Cesky Terrier, the national dog of the Czech Republic, makes a great playmate for young children. They're very rare in the United States, so consider yourself lucky if you find one!

Weight: 14-24 pounds

One of the smallest dogs in the canine kingdom gets the first spot in our list. Chihuahuas are known for their charming and sassy personalities, and since they're so tiny, they make great purse dogs! (They also happen to look adorable in a s'mores dog costume.)

Weight: Up to 6 pounds

These smushy-faced dogs are the descendants of royalty: Pugs were once the chosen companions of Chinese emperors! They're also great house dogs for apartments or other homes with limited outdoor space.

Weight: 14-18 pounds

You probably know Yorkies by the glamorous floor-length coats they sport at dog shows, but the breed was actually once used for a less fancy job, as ratters in mines and mills. Today Yorkies are one of the most popular American dog breeds, and their owners love them for their feisty terrier personalities.

Weight: 7 pounds

There are two different breeds of these smart dogs to choose from: Pembroke Welsh Corgis (like this one here) and Cardigan Welsh Corgis, both which were bred as cattle herding dogs. The biggest difference is their tails: Cardis have tails, while Pembroke Corgis do not. But both breeds are smart, affectionate, and athletic, despite their short statures. They're also one of the top 10 most popular dog breeds.

Weight: Up to 30 pounds

Some people think these furry cuties look like Wookies or Ewoks from Star Wars! Despite their small size, they're not lacking in personality: Affens are known to be super curious and entertaining.

Weight: 7-10 pounds

This thousand-year-old breed once served as sentinels at palaces and monasteries in the Himalayas. Smart and lively, the Lhasa Apso is very affectionate with family but can be aloof with strangers—which just means more cuddles for you!

Weight: 12-18 pounds

If this dog looks familiar to you, it's probably because of its famous Hollywood ties: Toto from The Wizard of Oz was played by a Cairn Terrier! These pups are known for being alert, intelligent, and long-lived. Naturally curious and bred to be small prey hunters, Cairns love having a place to explore and dig.

Weight: 13-14 pounds

These fluffy white dogs have it all: brains and beauty. The American Eskimo dog comes in three sizes (standard, miniature, and toy) so you can choose which one is the right fit for your family.

Weight: 10-20 pounds

Elegant, alert, and playful, these miniature Greyhounds make the perfect little lap dogs. They might make a pretty picture sitting on your couch, but they're coursing hounds at heart with a love of the chase.

Weight: 7-14 pounds

Don't let their size fool you—these smart little pups come with big personalities. The Brussels Griffon is known for being smart, sociable, and sensitive. They don't like being alone, preferring to stay close to their special human.

Weight: 8-10 pounds