The term 'SMALL DOGS' can be broken down into four crossword solutions: TOYS (4 letters), PUGS (4 letters), TERRIERS (8 letters), and SCOTTIES (8 letters). Toys are a type of small dog that is a cross between a Chihuahua and a Yorkshire Terrier. Pugs are a breed of small dog that originated in China and have a distinctive wrinkled face and curled tail. Terriers are a group of small, active dogs that were originally bred to hunt vermin. Scottish Terriers, or Scotties, are a type of terrier that is known for its wiry coat and independent nature.