Which Dogs Have Short Legs? Comprehensive Overview of Short-Legged Dogs
Many people like short-legged dogs because they look very amusing and cute. They wobble as they walk, which is very charming. Today the editor introduces several short-legged dog breeds. Which dogs have short legs? Here is a comprehensive overview of short-legged dogs.

1. Dachshund
This is a dog breed from the United Kingdom, with a height of only 20–27 centimeters, originally used for hunting otters and badgers. From their name, it’s clear they have short legs. This breed is very friendly and can be an excellent guard dog. Additionally, they have a very loud bark.
2. Swedish Corgi
A short-legged dog originally from Sweden, its body shape is very similar to the Corgi, but its appearance and fur color differ greatly from the Corgi. However, they are also intelligent and easy to raise dogs.
3. Skye Terrier
This dog comes from a remote island in Scotland. However, its original place of origin is not Scotland but 17th-century England. Their hair is very long and dense, covering their ears, eyes, and body. They look very short, with their body length reaching twice their height.
4. Basset Hound
The Basset Hound directly evolved from the St. Hubert Hound and is also called the French Short-Legged Dog. Their height is only about 30 to 38 centimeters.
5. Scottish Terrier
A short-legged, long-haired small black dog that looks very similar to the Schnauzer. Their height is 25 to 28 centimeters; in terms of body shape, they are considered well-proportioned among small short-legged dogs.
6. West Highland White Terrier (Detailed Introduction)
A pure white Highland Terrier with a height of 22–30 centimeters, originally from the West Highlands of Scotland. It is a gentle, active but highly enduring small breed.
7. Pekingese
An ancient royal pet of China, called "sleeve dog" by the royal families because they could be carried in the sleeves of princesses and concubines at that time. However, what is commonly seen in China now are the mixed breed Jingba of the Pekingese.