4. Lhasa Apso
Lhasa Apso is another aggressive small dog breed that can bite when feeling threatened or uneasy, and experts believe that this behavior might be linked to the dog’s early history as a hunting companion. When this tiny and cute pooch is in the wild, it tends to chase any kind of prey that is there.
If you notice that your pup is always on the lookout, it might be because it senses a danger approaching, or it could just be bored and looking for anything to do. The Lhasa Apso is an aggressive small dog breed, and your pup is more likely to attack if it perceives that its target or possible prey is really near them.
Don’t be discouraged by this aggressive small dog breed, because they’re amazing companions, but they need to know the difference between something new and something that can pose a real danger. With the proper training and time spent with you, they’ll learn more about how to become friendly dogs.
Keep reading to discover other aggressive small dog breeds you don’t want to mess with!
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I do not agree with you that the Pekingese is a hunting dog. Where did you get your information. They were bred to not be able to run or to venture far from their owners
They are not a mix of other dogs. They have been a separate breed for many hundreds of years . Have had them for over 40 years and have never had any trouble with them being aggressive to people or other pets. You should definitely do more research on the breed.
My dog, a Bichon Frese doddle acts very aggressive. She barks at anyone or any dog that is on “her street” incessantly. Because of this my husband gets up at 3 to 4 am to walk the dogs (I have 2 of the same breed) so as not to encounter any other dogs.
Dachshunds can be a pretty aggressive breed, I’ve noticed over the past 68 years! (I sustained a mean bite from one, and was only visiting the owner in her living room and discussing recipes.)
They were bred for hunting badgers, so they are pretty bad-ass.
Many dogs (of any size) can be aggressive if poorly bred or mistreated. I have had experience with most of the dogs on this list and the only ones I agree with are the Chihuahua, the bull terrier and possibly the cocker spaniel (but individually, not as a breed). Just my opinion but . . .
As the owner of a chihuahua, I agree. They are very quick and without proper socialization, they can be dangerous. My baby has been handled by many friends and family. He is sweet and loving. However the only dog bites I have had is from ilmannsred chihuahuas. It is all in the raising. If they are socialized from puppy age, they are sweet and loving, unless they have been breeed by owners that breed family members ,which can cause mental issues.
Oh! We adopted a 10 year old bishon, and she was the sweetest dog we ever had. She was super friendly, too. Her whole body would wiggle if she saw pretty much any human, or dog. And immediately give them a play bow.
And would actually make a deep chuckling sound, if you gave her a shove, and told her “You are SO silly!” Then roll back for a belly rub.
Unfortunately, we had / have an apricot toy poodle, who was really mean to her. I used to have to separate them, because Rosie would try to make friends, only to be rebuffed, over and over. Sometimes with a nip. But it never stopped her from trying.
I wish you showed the small breed dogs you would recommend! What’s left?
I had a cockroach there’s no problem for me but several times bit my partner. I could tell when she was upset and I would warn him, but he didn’t always pay attention.
My Cairn Terrior is aggressive towards people and other dogs but she only goes as far as barking and growling. She has never bit anyone, is afraid of large dogs like pit bulls, and is scared of my washing machine. Her barking and chasing squirrels and rabbits sometimes drives me crazy but she has inherited all these traits. Plus her father was a Bichon Frese which adds to her style.
My Maltese is a mixed breed but I don’t know what it is. She is the friendliest dog which can be a little worrisome. She will let anyone pick her up. So I have to keep an eye on her. She loves just being held and cuddling and is the cutest when she plays. She will be 17 in January and the worse problem I have with her is she goes potty in the house usually on something soft like her blanket or my rug or even my bed. It’s annoying but I love her.