The Russkiy Toy is a very small dog breed that originated in Russia and was developed from the English Toy Terrier. The breed has two coat types: smooth and long. The smooth-coated dogs were once called Russian Toy Terriers, while the long-coated dogs were known as Moscow Long-Haired Toy Terriers. The two varieties were brought together under one Russian Toy Terrier name in 1988; “Terrier” was later removed when the breed entered the Fédération Cynologique Internationale’s official breed list in 2006. Russia’s first official standard covering both varieties was written in 1966. The breed entered the American Kennel Club’s Foundation Stock Service in 2008 and has been eligible for AKC companion events since 2010. Listed measurements are 25 in height and 2.3 in weight.
Who it is for
The Russkiy Toy may suit people looking for a very small dog. It has smooth- and long-coated varieties.
What is good
- Originated in Russia
- Has smooth and long coat types
- Both varieties share one breed name
What to know first
- Very small breed
Verdict
The Russkiy Toy is a very small Russian breed with two coat varieties. Its history includes a shared breed name and formal recognition in several registers.
