"Small Dog Syndrome"

[Vette]

Im sad to say that Kirby would definitely be another annoying yapper with high potential to bite without a leadership role. weve found that out the hard way when ive left Kirby in my parents care when i was away for a few days. he became barky an whiny in his crate. became food/treat an toy possessive an hes bit my mom once. i wouldnt put it past him to do it again since he growls at them both when hes not getting his way. its cuz they spoil him an he takes lead role cuz he knows he can get away with pretty much whatever he wants.

with a leadership role hes a sweet awesome an quiet dog. but otherwise,, i can definitely see the 'real' reason why his previous owner placed him in the classified ads.

[Asiel]

My small dogs get on the furniture, sleep in bed with us, and are generally quite spoiled. However, none of them are snappy, aggressive or yappy. It's just like with human kids ... you can love and spoil them, and still teach them and provide discipline.

You have my vote on that also. My little one thinks she's a Shepherd and acts like one. Very independent little thing but also such a loving cuddly friend. She never barks except to warn us that someone is in the yard and as for snapping I don't think she even knows how. She loves all company, whoever is willing to play with her , adult or child. Being so tiny comes with privileges such as being allowed on the bed or furniture but she will never get on furniture if we have guests. She isn't bratty or spoiled, and listens as well as any big dog. She was always treated like I would treat my Shepherds so I think the owner does make the dog.