In modern society, more and more people are keeping pets. In the past, people considered the pet's personality and their own preferences when choosing a pet. In recent years, with more choices available, many people have started to consider the size of the pet. Many young people like to keep large dogs, feeling that they are warm, reliable, and provide a sense of security. However, for elderly people who have difficulty moving around and can only walk slowly when buying groceries, keeping a huge dog is not only beyond their ability to care for, but also a potential safety hazard.
However, without pets, the children may only visit once a year, leaving the elderly couples feeling lonely at home. Therefore, small dogs have become a popular choice for many families. What is a small dog? It's a dog that is smaller in size, even smaller than a typical dog. Some small dogs are only the size of a pencil case. Small dogs are smaller than other dogs from puppyhood and stop growing after reaching a certain size. In fact, some adult small dogs are smaller than some large dog puppies.
Recently, a netizen encountered a small dog in their residential community. Apparently, the netizen was passing by the community entrance when they almost stepped on a dark, wriggling object. Initially thinking it was a mouse, the netizen crouched down for a closer look and realized it was a small dog. This small dog belonged to a resident of the community. The netizen had never seen a dog almost as big as their hand before, and immediately crouched down to take pictures of it.
While small dogs are adorable, being separated from their owners and running freely on the roadside without a leash is a serious problem. Their tiny size makes them inconspicuous among hurried passersby, and if not noticed, they could easily cause a stampede. Although small dogs are small, they are not cheap, as the breed and selective breeding process are crucial to achieving the desired small size. Losing a small dog is expensive; it's not only losing a true companion but also a significant financial loss.
