Quote Originally Posted by Twisterdog View Post
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.