12 Russian Toy breeders in the PuppyReports directory — including programs in TX, AZ, OR, VA, WI, PA. Every listing connects to a PuppyReports™ Card so families can check the DogFacts before they choose.
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About Russian Toy Puppies, Breeders & DogFacts
The Russian Toy, originating in Russia, is a tiny companion breed in the Toy Group developed from English Toy Terriers to serve as a refined lapdog and alert watchdog for Russian aristocracy. Lively, affectionate, and devoted, they bond intensely with their people and do well with gentle families, singles, and seniors. Typically 8-11 inches tall and 3-6 pounds, they come in smooth and long coated varieties in black and tan, red, brown and tan, or blue and tan. Grooming is easy: weekly brushing (more for longhaired dogs with feathered ears), routine dental care, and regular nail trims. Short daily walks and indoor play meet their exercise needs. Health concerns include patellar luxation, dental disease, progressive retinal atrophy, and fragile bones prone to fractures.
Breed Characteristics
Temperament
Russian Toy dogs are known for: Cheerful, Active, One person, Big eared, Sprightly.
- Cheerful
- Active
- One person
- Big eared
- Sprightly
Family & Household Compatibility
- Children: best suited to homes with older children or adults; supervision recommended.
- Good with other dogs, typically sociable with other dogs.
- Good with cats, generally tolerant of cats when properly introduced.
Known Health Considerations
Patellar luxation, dental problems, progressive retinal atrophy, fragile bones
When researching Russian Toy breeders, ask for documentation of health screening on both parents. Ethical breeders test for breed appropriate conditions through OFA, PennHIP, or breed club specified DNA panels before breeding.
Before You Choose a Russian Toy Puppy
- Can I see health screening documentation for both parents?
- Are the parents registered with the AKC or relevant breed club?
- What is your return policy if the dog cannot remain in my home?
- Can I visit, meet the parents, and see where the puppies are raised?
- Do you provide a written health guarantee and vaccination records?
Screened Russian Toy breeders on PuppyReports have submitted documentation, responded to the platform, and maintain an active PuppyReports™ Card. Research any breeder before you make a commitment.
Featured Ethical Russian Toy Breeder
Members of the Canine Ethics Leadership Circle™ who breed Russian Toy appear here, submitted health documentation, full record transparency, and a signed Canine Ethics Standard. One breeder per breed.
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About these recommendations. PuppyReports surfaces the basic health screening recommendations for each breed in accordance with the principles established by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) program. The OFA, working with each breed’s primary US parent club, sets the recommended testing list per breed. Recommendations may vary by country and region (US OFA CHIC, European FCI, UK Kennel Club, Australian National Kennel Council, etc.). Always review current requirements with your breed’s parent club for your jurisdiction. Last reviewed: 2026-05-02.
Sources & further reading: American Kennel Club breed information; Orthopedic Foundation for Animals CHIC program (ofa.org/chic programs). Breed data sourced from PuppyReports™ breeds database. Last reviewed: 2026-04-24.