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Russian Toy
BeginnerOne of the world's smallest companions, developed independently in Russia. Active, remarkably cheerful and light on its long legs.
Difficulty
Beginner
Temperature
18〜26℃
Lifespan
12-14 years
Size
Height 20-28cm / Weight up to 3kg
Diet
High-quality toy-breed dog food. Feed 2-3 times daily.
About
The Russian Toy developed from the Toy Manchester Terriers popular in early 20th-century Russia, revived by Russian breeders from the mid-1950s along an independent path. The longhaired variety arose in 1958 from a male born with beautiful fringes on ears and legs. One of the world's smallest breeds at under 3kg, it is an elegant, long-legged dog that is active, cheerful and neither timid nor aggressive.
Basic Info
Origin
Russia
Lifespan
12-14 years
Size
Height 20-28cm / Weight up to 3kg
Temperature
18〜26℃
Diet
High-quality toy-breed dog food. Feed 2-3 times daily.
Care Guide
Temperament
Active and remarkably cheerful. Neither timid nor aggressive.
Exercise
20-30 min walk daily. Indoor play also satisfies its needs.
Coat Care
Smooth coat is easy-care. For longhaired, brush the fringes on ears and legs 2-3 times weekly.
Origin
References & Sources
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Primary sources
Taxonomy & Authority
Authority databases: JKC 犬種紹介
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
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