Russian Toy Terriers are companions to the Russian aristocracy, and their blue-blooded genes show through. These are noble little dogs who like to sit laps and eat liver. But they're also very playful and need plenty of entertainment and short walks. These breeds are an intelligent and affectionate companion dog. They are believed to be one of the smallest breeds in the world. It was a high valued decorative breed in Russia during early 20th century.
These breeds are also known by the names : Russikiy Toy, Russian Longhaired Toy Terrier, Russian Toy Terrier, Moscovian Miniature Terrier, Moscow Toy Terrier and Moscow Longhair Toy Terrier. The Russian Toy dog breed was bred from English Toy Terrier and was relatively unknown outside Russia until 1990s.
