Appearance: Cheerful little dog (under 13 lbs) with spring in step, gleam in big brown eyes. Distinctive curled-over tail, gorgeous silky coat (various colors, can be corded or clipped short). Small but sturdy body. Cuba's only native breed.

Traits & Characteristics: Vivacious, sociable companions, popular with city dwellers. Adaptable nature, social skills make them ideal city dogs. Content anywhere with attention. Smart, trainable extroverts with comic instincts, natural trick dogs. Excellent watchdogs, usually keep barking minimal.

Colors: Black, Chocolate, Cream, Fawn, Gold, Red, Silver, White, Blue +/- Brindle, Sable, Cream Markings, Irish Pied, Parti Belton, Parti-color, Silver Markings, Silver Points, Tan Points, White Markings

Origins: Cuba (descended from dogs brought by Spanish settlers).