Not all dogs can be described as cute and cuddly, but this big lug is the ultimate teddy bear, so to speak. Hailing from the Swiss Alps, the Bernese needed to be robust in order to function in those winters.
In the category of toy dogs, Bichon Frise ranks among the cutest and resembles actual stuffed toys. Their button noses and eyes sit like black decorations in the fluffy white cloud that is their face.
Icelandics are an offshoot of the spitz. If you’re looking for a friendly, playful, and all-around happy pup, look no further. As puppies, they are adorable balls of fluff and can be mistaken at a squint for corgi puppies.
This red gun dog – the Irish Setter – has long-ish hair flowing smoothly across its body. It also has furry ears, which may look slightly odd next to its relatively sleek head and face.
Papillon means butterfly in French. It seems like this dog was so named for its ears, which stand out in the shape of butterfly wings.