Introduction

If, like me, you’re a small dog lover (or even if you’re not), then there are some things that people say to you that make you want to pull your hair out. I’m not saying all small dogs are better than big dogs (some can be just as bad!) but it’s clear that the people who love them have a special bond with their little pups. And while every dog deserves love and respect, here are 10 things that small dog lovers absolutely hate hearing:

“You shouldn’t let him walk you.”

You do not need to let your dog walk you.

Let’s first consider how ridiculous this idea is: dogs are not people. They are not humans, nor are they children, functioning as accessories for their owners to show off with or status symbols for when walking in a neighborhood full of other small dog owners. A dog is an animal who will probably spend most of the day sleeping and eating—and the rest of it playing fetch with a toy that you bought them at Petco or buying treats from you because they love you so much (which is why they came back from the vet). In other words, dogs are just like any other animal—they have needs and desires that must be met on an ongoing basis (including walks), but these add up to nothing more than basic caretaking.

“He’s so cute!”

“He’s so cute!”

So, you think your dog is cute. That’s great! You have a big heart and it shows. But what if I told you that the whole “cute” thing isn’t exactly his favorite thing to hear? You see, dogs are not humans and don’t want to be treated like humans either; they’re just dogs—they aren’t toys or dolls or puppies or babies—and part of being a dog means going through life without being constantly complimented on how adorable they look (or smell).

So next time someone tells you how cute your beloved pooch is, try to resist saying something like “No he isn’t! He’s ugly as hell!” Or maybe just take them out for ice cream instead because it makes everyone happy when they do that together.

“Don’t you think a big dog would be better protection?”

• “Don’t you think a big dog would be better protection?”

It’s true that larger dogs like German shepherds and Rottweilers are often trained to be aggressive, but this doesn’t mean they’re going to attack or bite people. In fact, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC), small dogs are usually more loyal than their bigger counterparts. And when it comes to protection, it’s actually easier for small-dog owners to train their pooches because they aren’t intimidating enough for many people to mess with them in public places like parks and sidewalks. Plus, according to Dr. Stanley Coren (author of How Dogs Think), most dogs—regardless of breed size—are unlikely to attack humans outside their immediate family unit; therefore, having a fluffy little guy around is probably safer than having a big scary one!

“Via, do you want to come play with me?”

Small dog owners know that their dogs are not toys. They are not a fashion statement. They do not exist to be ignored, or played with when convenient. Small dogs deserve the same amount of respect and care as larger canine counterparts, and they definitely shouldn’t be treated like accessories to your outfit! If you’re going to ask if someone wants to come play with you, just don’t—just ask if they want to hang out!

Your dog is just like a baby.

It’s the most annoying thing, isn’t it? I mean, if you were to call someone a baby, they would be likely to be offended at the comparison. If a person says that your dog is like a baby, it can come off as very condescending.

Baby talk is not something that dogs appreciate. They don’t want you talking to them in that high-pitched voice and using words like “sweetie” or “dear.” Dogs don’t need their ears rubbed or their bellies rubbed either (although I personally enjoy giving my dog belly rubs). It’s important not to treat your pet as if they’re human because they aren’t—they have different needs than babies do! As humans are different from each other so too are our pets different from us; this includes personality traits such as intelligence levels which vary greatly between species such as ours versus theirs (dogs).

I think what people mean when they say things like these is just generally speaking: What we say applies equally across all animals regardless of size or species type; but this isn’t necessarily true because there are many differences between small dog breeds vs large ones (e.g., Husky vs Chihuahua) so even though both types may fall under “canine” family classification category—their DNA makeup may differ slightly depending on factors such as age & breed type chosen by owner during purchase decision process which means there will always be some level of variation between individual dogs within same breed type but not necessarily across all types due mostly towards environmental influences during development stages rather than genetic ones since most genes controlling behavior patterns have been selected out over time making them less likely

“You know he’s going to yip if he sees another dog, right?”

You know he’s going to yip if he sees another dog, right?

No. No, I do not. Small dogs are just as capable of being trained as any other dog and they deserve the same respect as their larger canine counterparts. A small dog that yips at the sight of another dog is likely doing so out of fear rather than aggression or excitement (as many people assume). It is an instinctive reaction that can be mitigated with proper training and socialization—the same training that larger dogs receive in order to learn not to bark at everything they see or chase down pedestrians on city streets (for better or worse).

“Where did you get that cute purse?”

What do you mean, where did I get this cute purse? It’s my dog. Where you got your purse is none of my business (unless we’re talking about something like a Birkin bag), but when someone asks me where I got my dog, it’s basically like them asking me why I have a vagina. The answer is simple: because dogs are awesome and are not accessories, they are living creatures who deserve the same respect as their larger canine counterparts.

“What kind of dog is that? Wait…I can’t even tell!”

When you see a small dog, it’s sometimes hard to tell what kind of dog it is. Although they can look like toy dogs, most small dogs are mixed breeds. They’re not purebreds like large dogs and often have characteristics from two or more different breeds.

So when someone asks what kind of dog you have, don’t go into a long explanation about how your pet is part Poodle and part Maltese. Instead, say “It’s a mutt.”

“Is she a real dog or a stuffed animal?”

If you think that small dogs are just toys, then you’re missing out on a lot of cuteness in your life. Small dogs deserve respect and can be amazing additions to the family. They’re only small because they were bred for different tasks than large dogs, but don’t let that fool you into thinking that their lives are less important than those of larger breeds.

If someone asks if your dog is real or if it’s just a stuffed animal, take offense to it! It’s pretty rude to ask someone if their pet is real when you can clearly see that it is breathing and moving around just fine. If this person doesn’t understand how adorable small dogs are (and why wouldn’t they?), then maybe they shouldn’t bother getting one at all!

You should get your nails done like that!

You should get your nails done like that!

If you’re a small dog lover, then you know that most people who have no experience with small dogs don’t have a lot of appreciation for them. They’re often thought of as just something cute that they can pick up and put in their purse or diaper bag when they go out to dinner at night. That’s why when someone offers unsolicited advice about how we should change something about ourselves, it’s annoying. I don’t need anyone telling me what my nails should look like—especially not someone who wouldn’t even let their own dog wear nail polish!

Small dogs are not toys and they deserve the same respect as their larger canine counterparts.

Small dogs are not toys. They deserve the same respect as their larger canine counterparts. Some people think that because they are small in size and stature, that means they should be treated like children. This is not true! Just because they’re small doesn’t mean they can’t be trained and learn tricks, or even become good guard dogs.

When people say things like: “He’s so cute! You can just put him in your purse!” or “I bet he’ll sit on my lap all day,” it’s rude! Small dogs have feelings too and need to be treated with respect just like any other dog does.

Conclusion

I hope this article has helped to make you more aware of what not to say to a small dog lover.