What kind of dogs are small but like to play fetch and stuff?

Answer 1

Collie's, all I can think of at the moment since mine is sitting right next to me.

Answer 2

Most dogs like to play fetch. I have a Jack Russell-Shitzu cross, and if I'm busy, he even plays fetch with himself.

If you're looking at getting a dog I suggest going to petfinder.org and stopping by your local shelter.

They'll let you take the dogs out for a walk and a play, so you can find your right match that way, not to mention save a life.

Answer 3

There's quiet a few small breeds to choose from, but you have to want or even know about the breed to deal with temperament , health issues are unfortunately in some of breeds,

but....shih tzu, poodle, cocker,yorkie, westie,dachsi,pekes, corgi...

lots of great small breeds that are people lovers, devoted to

playing, just get from a reputable breeder, & get a health

certificate & guarantee against possible genetic faults.

All reputable breedes will give a written guarantee, meaning only that they stand behind there dogs, & if something came up , usaully a 5 yr guarantee, they'll replace or refund a percentage of the original purchase price..

Answer 4

A good choice might be a Shetland Sheepdog (Shelties). They are usually around 20 pounds, but are very smart and playful.
A Miniature Australian Shepherd might be a good choice too. They a lot like the larger Australian Shepherd, but in a smaller package.
An Australian Cattle dog tends to be 20-30 pounds but they think they are large dogs!
Another good, smaller dog is a Schipperke. They are quite rare, run about 10-15 pounds but are playful dogs, not your typical "small" dog!
Pembroke Welsh Corgis tend to be 15-25 pounds, and are actually herding dogs, used for cattle.
Hope this helps!

Answer 5

One thing about a dog who fetches it has to be the dog not breed. Find a cute little dog you like and see if it likes to fetch. If it does it is a keeper.
There are many smaller breeds who are active like the Sheltie (working sheltie not the show),mini Australian shepherds,Jack Russel terriers, gosh there are lots of them, and mixes....
Go to your pound and ask if there are any fetching dogs they have in right now.....

Answer 6

well I would go with either the toy poodle or the toy Australian shepherd, the mini Eskimo dogs are intelligent and cuddly but are also prone to many eye problems.They also require a lot of grooming and their long coat is prone to fleas. Before going out and buying one of the following dogs from a breeder, I advise you to look around for a puppy at the local animal shelter. The poodles were originally breed for hunting and retrieving and are usually ball driven and easier and cheaper to train, they are also more common and will be a little cheaper. Most Toy Poodles make great watchdogs, they will bark sharply at the door and they tend to be reserved with strangers. Top Poodles have unstable temperaments you also need to provide enough socialization otherwise they will become shy or suspicious to new people and odd sounds but can be easily socialized with other animals. Toy Poodles are extremely sensitive to stress and can end up literally sick to their stomachs, with digestive upsets and neurotic behaviors, if the people in their home are having family problems. To keep their curly coat short and free of mats, Toy Poodles require clipping every 4 to 6 weeks but they have a short curly coat that is virtually non-shedding the best coated breed for allergy sufferers besides terriers. Toy Poodles are often too quick to sound the alarm at every new sight and sound. You have to be equally quick to stop them. For the same reason, Toy Poodles should never be left outside in your yard, unsupervised. Toy Poodles can be very long-lived, but they can also suffer from joint problems, eye diseases, and heart disease.Some Toy Poodles are built lower to the ground, with short legs and a long back -- these dogs have inherited a physical deformity called chondrodysplasia. They don't have the same elegance or agility as square Toy Poodles and they are more susceptible to disk disease. The A Shepherds are also very intelligent, but are herding dogs, they are also usually ball driven but a little harder to train, you have to know what you are doing,The best Australian Shepherds are versatile working dogs, capable of learning a great deal. Some are very eager to please, while others are definitely not pushovers to raise and train. They can be manipulative, and some are stubborn and dominant (they want to be the boss) and will make you prove that you can make them do things. You must show them, through absolute persistence and consistency, that you mean what you say. I have two standard A. Shepherds that are extremely active, and dogs won't exercise themselves so you have to be active too. Australian Shepherds MUST have regular opportunities to vent their energy and to use their busy minds to do interesting things. Otherwise they will become rambunctious and bored, which they usually express by barking and destructive chewing. Bored Australian Shepherds can make a shambles of your house and yard. Although these dogs are hardy, they do have some hip, eye, skin, and allergy problems. I have a purebred A. Shepherd that I got from a reputable breeder and he was born deaf, A. Shepherds are very family oriented but have to be put in there place considering they are part dingo, A wild dog of Australia, but with the right discipline these dogs a very tolerant and very good watch dogs, and can be a little scary, even the toys. Australian Shepherds shed quite a bit. Regular brushing and combing is required to avoid mats and tangles, especially in individuals with thicker coats or longer feathering. If you simply want a laid-back pet who sleeps on the couch all day, or if you don't have the time or inclination to take your dog running or hiking or biking or swimming, or to play lots of fetch games with him, or to get him involved in herding, or agility, or advanced obedience, or tracking, or a similar canine activity, I do not recommend this breed.

Answer 7

Jack Russells are very active, intelligent, and love to play. A Sheltie would probably be good too.....
If you're looking for a smaller dog that loves his/her tennis ball, try a lab mix...there are thousands of them in shelters... You can get one as small as you'd like and all Labs love to fetch a ball!

Answer 8

Jack Russel Terriers

Answer 9

Any of the small terrier breeds will love to chase and fetch - be careful though as they can get yappy if bored or left to their own devises too much.

Answer 10

German Dachshunds are small and make great pets, they do have a stubborn streak, if you do decide on a Dachshund get the short haired kind, the long haired ones shed like crazy. They love to play.

Answer 11

I have a Jack Russell Terrier that is small, springy and LOVES to run, walk and play. Also the breed is very intelligent.