purse puppy

Tiny bag companion

A purse puppy is a very small dog carried in a handbag or tote as a fashion accessory.

The term often carries dismissive connotations, suggesting the animal is treated more as an accessory than a pet: She brought her purse puppy to brunch.

Breeds like Chihuahuas, Yorkies, and teacup varieties are typical candidates.

breeds

chihuahua

Miniature Mexican breed

pomsky · morkie · maltipoo

lifestyle

pampered

Lavished with indulgence

groomed · bejeweled · carried · rhinestone · bow · sweater · booties · nail polish · stroller

status

socialite

Prominent figure in fashionable circles

designer · trendy · high-maintenance · arm candy · Paris Hilton · Tinkerbell · Hollywood · paparazzi · red carpet · velvet rope

accessory

tote

Large open bag

pouch · compartment · zipper · strap · carrier bag · ventilation · shoulder bag

Opposites
function/purpose

purse puppyworking dog

Dog bred for tasks

service dog · guard dog · police dog · herding dog · hunting dog

size

purse puppygiant breed

Oversized dog classification

Great Dane · Irish Wolfhound · Saint Bernard · mastiff · Newfoundland

cultural perception/status

purse puppyjunkyard dog

Aggressive scrap-lot guardian

farm dog · working breed · mutt · street dog · rescue dog

Family

purse, puppy, purses, pursed, pursing, puppies, puppyish, puppyhood

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G