25 Dogs Who Will Steal Your Heart With Their Adorable Puppy Eyes

For one reason or another humans love cute eyes. A study even showed that our brains become extremely active within 140 ms of seeing a cute face. Who knows why? Who cares? We just want more of it.

So today, we’re giving you more. We scrolled through the dog archives to find the cutest pair of dog eyes around to make this list. Granted, most of them are on tiny dogs because there’s something about large eyes on a small face that is just, well, adorable!

Yorkshire Terrier

Weighing no more than 7 lbs, Yorkies are one of the smallest dogs around. They have super cute, lively eyes that reflect their energetic personality. Although tiny, they love action, jumping about and showing off.

Yorkshire Terriers originally come from the English county of Yorkshire, in the 19th century, where they were bred for catching rats. Their eyes need to be taken care of though to avoid infection!

Maltipoo

The tiny and adorable Maltipoo grows no bigger than around 14 inches and is a lovable first-time dog owner choice. As a combination of a Maltese and a Poodle, they’re growing in popularity and are considered widely to be ‘pocket dogs’ that can fit into a purse.

Maltipoos are known for being gentle, affectionate, and fun-loving. They love running about as much as they do cuddling their favorite human.

Samoyed

The lovey-dovey and adorable white-haired Samoyed usually has gorgeous brown or black eyes, but there are even some with incredible (yet very rare) bright blue eyes!

As spitz-type dogs, they can grow up to 23.5 inches long. They were originally named after the Samoyedic people of Siberia, where they once helped with hunting, sled-pulling, and herding.

Pug

The now legendary Pug has eyes that are out of proportion for its tiny body, but it results in an adorable smiling face that has taken them to huge popularity. There are believed to be at least 6,000 in the U.S. now.

Growing up to just 18 inches, health is always a concern as they struggle with hot weather and respiratory issues. But, their loyal behavior and endearing spirit are something to be proud of.

Siberian Husky

With a stunning look, the Siberian Husky is associated with having unique blue eyes or even bi-colored eyes! In reality, it’s just as likely that they’ll have brown eyes. Whatever the case, they look super cute and full of personality.

As Spitz dogs from Northeast Asia, they’re still often used as sled working dogs in Alaska and other snowy regions. In 2018 a study reported that their icy blue eyes were a result of a duplication of the 18th chromosome.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

While many of us will call our favorite dog breeds a King or Queen, few other species have been as attached to royalty as the Corgi. That’s of course because they were the beloved companions of the late Queen of England.

Growing up to 12.5 inches, they have big round, shiny eyes full of personality! Also, check out those perky ears.

Miniature American Eskimo

The Miniature American Eskimo is a descendant of the German Spitz breed from the late 19th century. Growing to an average of around 12 inches, it’s also a real cutie.

Their eyes scream for affection, which they give out in equal doses to families of kids and other animals. And just look at that snowy fur coat!

Maltese

The Maltese is a toy breed, growing up to just 9 inches long. Always running around with a happy grin, their eyes are innocent and adorable. They love affection and are good with children.

Despite their tiny size, they’re very confident and quite robust. Many Maltese will develop tear stains around their eyes.

Cocker Spaniel

Growing up to 15 inches, the Cocker Spaniel is a sporty dog with lots of intelligence alongside a happy and gentle spirit. But it’s their beautiful dark eyes that are often their most endearing features!

Their dreamy eyes have gained them worldwide popularity, having once been used for small hunting.

Spaniels in old England. The English Cocker Spaniel was the dog breed from the Disney animation ‘Lady and the Tramp’.

Dachshund

Better known as the ‘Sausage Dog’, the Dachshund grows to no more than 9 inches long. But amongst that iconic physique is a pair of eyes rich in personality.

Many people consider these eyes to be some of the most soulful you’ll see in a dog and it’s all part of their ploy to manipulate their trainers (this is a joke). Dachshunds were originally bred to scent and flush out badgers from burrows in old Germany.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

The affectionate and rather graceful Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has super cute eyes that reflect their kind personality. Sadly they’re prone to an eye disorder known as the ‘dry eye’, which can even result in partial or total blindness.

They take their name from their connection to British history, as they were once the beloved pet of King Charles II in 17th century England.

Havanese

The adorable Havanese is a bichon breed from Cuba. Their expressive eyes and fluffy ears have made them a popular choice for families with kids, therapy dogs, and signal dogs.

Growing up to 11.5 inches, their big brown eyes tend to shine as they cheerfully go about their day.

Shiba Inu

At no more than 10.5 inches, the Shiba Inu is the face of the Dogecoin and Doge meme trend. Yes, they look like foxes and yes, they have an incredible spirit, but don’t overlook those eyes. When they smile, they’re full of character and communicate well with them.

Shiba Inu were once the trusted pals of Samurai in ancient Japan, where they would clear out birds and animals while hunting.

Shih Tzu

The playful Shih Tzu has a face that will warm even the coldest of hearts, with an adorable expression and large, round, dark eyes. Widely known as the ‘Lion Dog’, they’re known for causing mischief around the world.

Shih Tzu grow no bigger than 11 inches and have a beautiful coat in various colors. As much as they enjoy running about, they’re indoors lovers and will happily sit on your lap all afternoon.

Pomsky

The tiny designer dog, Pomsky, is a cross-breed between a Pomeranian and a Siberian Husky. They remain puppy-sized even into adulthood, making them very rare and expensive.

Their popularity is rapidly on the rise as people adore their cute, often sad expressions and shiny blue eyes. Pomsky grows to just 15 inches tall at the shoulder.

Russian Bolonka Tsvetnaya

The charming and inquisitive Bolonka has extremely precious eyes that seem to yearn for your affection. Originally from Russia, they were bred to be small apartment-sized dogs in the 1950s Soviet Union.

They grow to around 11 inches and can be born in a variety of colors, from cream and silver to red or sable.

Yorkipoo

Sprightly and a quick learner, the Yorkiepoo is a cross between a Yorkshire Terrier and a Poodle. They inherit the traits of both parent breeds, making them very energetic and curious creatures.

But it’s the eyes we’re here for; Yorkiepoo eyes are teddy-bear-like, small, and black. It’s adorable and we understand why they’re growing in popularity!

Pekingese

The Pekingese dogs are more than just cute pups with big (and rather goofy) eyes; they were once the dog of choice for Chinese royalty! Growing no more than a tiny 9 inches, they’re affectionate and furiously loyal.

Their distinct appearance is found in gold, cream, sable, and black. There are now designer cross breeds such as Peeakpoo (with a Poodle) and a Peke-a-tese (with a Maltese).

Bichon Frisé

Bichon Frisé was once European nobility, as French royalty owned them during the Renaissance period. But today they’re an adorable and popular option for families looking for a cute dog that is brave and ready to chill out in the living room.

Bichon Frisé gets along with children and other pets, growing up to a mere 12 fluffy inches.

Boston Terrier

Friendly, bright, and amusing, the Boston Terrier may look like a bruiser with a stern look a lot of the time, but they can quickly shift to cute, heart-melting pups with a bit of affection.

At just 10 to 12 inches, they were bred in 19th-century Boston as a cross between an English Bulldog and an English Terrier.

Chihuahua

Chihuahuas have one of the smallest bodies of any dog breed out there. They’re usually around 5 to 8 inches! But their eyes seem to have missed the memo! Large and expressive, those eyeballs light up any room.

Chihuahua’s are of course now famous for fitting in a handbag and acting in films such as Legally Blonde.

Coton de Tulear

Coton de Tulear are aptly named after their fluffy, cotton-like coats. But under that rug of hair is a pair of cute, large eyes and a joyous expression.

Growing to a maximum of 11 inches, they’re originally from Madagascar, happy-go-lucky, and have their national day in the country on November 26!

Bolognese Dog

From the city of Bologna in Italy, the Bolognese dog is a cute bichon with a fluffy coat and large dark eyes. Look at them looking back at you and it’s hard not to go “aww”!

Bolognese have been loved for centuries too, as they were once the companions of Italian aristocrats and nobility. They grow up to just 11 inches – tiny!

Westie

Seemingly always alert and ready, the West Highland White Terrier is 11 inches of pure fun. They love to put on a show and have dark, glowing eyes on a compact body.

As a cross-breed of terriers, they were bred to hunt rats and other rodents. Today, they’re the lovey-dovey pals of countless families.

Dandie Dinmont Terrier

Small and smart, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier has adorable large eyes and is full of character. These cute guys aren’t that popular in the U.S. but have a strong heritage in the UK, where they were once bred in Scotland.

Friendly and tough, they love kids and are found in pepper and mustard colors.