Quote Originally Posted by Giselle
I don't like people carrying their small dogs around either. Small dogs have no right to sit around in their owner's arms unless danger arises. What better way to instill jealousy which, in turn, promotes aggression? Not to mention these same small dogs that spend eternity in their owner's arms also tend to have a lack of doggy social skills.
A purse was an excellent way for me to socialize my puppy when I felt he was still too young to touch and walk on the ground, actually. He got to go to plenty of places and get use to being in crowded areas. So no, not all dogs being carried lack social skills or "tend to."

One of my dogs is 6 lbs. He goes places with me, and he enjoys it and loves meeting new people, places, and dogs (and other animals). He walks, and he enjoys exploring new places on the ground. But sometimes there are moments when he can't. Example: he gets tired, or we go to a crowded area. I think being stepped on can do more damage to his social skills and my arms are a lot more uncomfortable for him than a purse is... and that's what matters to me.

Do I have a carrier like the one posted? No. Do I view him as an accessory? Nope, and believe it or not, not every owner who carries their dogs do either.

Quote Originally Posted by Giselle
I don't like their product. Naturally, I don't like their marketing gimmicks either.
I do like the product, even if I wouldn't buy or use it. I see nothing wrong with it. Or should I say, I see nothing wrong with it if used for the right reasons?