Small Dog, Big Deal

Paulette Keller of Largo, Florida was in for a big surprise when she asked her local breeder for a "small" dog. The Florida breeder sent her home with the runt of a Chihuahua's litter. Amazed with Brandy's petite frame, Paula began researching the current title holder for worlds smallest dog and thought there was no competition. She sent Brandy's picture and stats (weighing in at 1 pound 6 ounces and measuring 6 inches long) to the Guinness Book of World Records. As it turns out, big things do come in small packages; Brandy has been named the Smallest Dog in the World according to Guinness. The Keller household has endured much commotion since the recognition of their four legged record breaker with camera crews and Japanese comedy shows all trying to get a look at the tiny Teacup. "I wasn't trying to get the smallest dog in the world," Paulette said. "I just wanted a little dog."

Photo thanks to the St. Petersburg Times