Small and sturdy, and make excellent companions. They are courageous, bold, and very loving with their owners-but they can be suspicious of strangers. They are well-suited to apartment or suburban living and are easily trained.

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A favorite of the Chinese Emperor's court until 1860, they were sometimes known as "sleeve dogs" because they fit into the sleeves of courtier robes.

Small Breed. Weight: Up to 16 lbs. Height at the shoulders: 8-10 in.