These 14 Lap Dog Breeds Stick to Their Owners Like Glue

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Dachshund

Oh, the wiener dog! This is probably among the sweetest lap dog breeds because it is a family dog, and it is also hyper-friendly with every member of the house. They have a bit more endurance than some other little dogs and a headstrong attitude that makes them a little harder to train, but their cute “velcro-dog” disposition will definitely win you over.

You know what they say: “If you want someone to be obsessed with you and follow you everywhere, get yourself a dog.” Oh well, this is the personal motto of Dachshunds: Wherever you go, I go too!

Bichon Frise

The bichon frise makes an excellent lap dog since it sheds little and is really adorable. Once upon a time, Italian and French royals admired them for both their temperament and their investigative nature. Because of that, they are even present in historical artwork.

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