I know you're trying to do a good thing, but giving a dog as a present is never a real good idea unless you are positive that the person that is recieving this gift really wants this specific dog.

A lot of times people don't really want a dog that they recieve as a gift, and end up turning them over to shelters when they become too much trouble.

But if you're absolutely sure that SHE WANTS a dog, then I'd suggest a Toy/Teacup Poodle, or a Pug, or maybe an Italian Greyhound.

Try this web site to find out more http://www.akc.org/breeds/recbreeds/toys.cfm

Or maybe you could find a small mixed breed in a shelter. Take Aly's Lolly, she's a great little dog, and she's a "mutt"!