The Russian Toy is a small yet sturdy breed with a compact body and a short, smooth coat. They have a lively, active temperament and are an ideal companion for families and for those looking for a small, loyal, and loving pet. The Russian Toy is an intelligent breed that is easy to train and loves to please its owners.
At a glance
- Life expectancy
- 12–14 years
- Weight
- Male 1–3 kg · Female 1–3 kg
- Height at withers
- Male 20–28 cm · Female 20–28 cm
- Origin
- 18th–20th century · Russia
- Coat
- smooth, short
- Colors
- black and tan, chocolate and tan, blue and tan, red, red sable, red brown
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Other names
- Russkiy Toy, Moscow Toy Terrier, Russian Toy Terrier
- Recognized by
- AKC, FCI, CKC
Traits
Energy
Barking
Shedding
Grooming
Drooling
Trainability
With children
With other dogs
With strangers
Apartment friendly
Daily exercise30 min per day