Jacob MorganYorkshire Canine Academy Brain

That 'Cute' Small Dog Behaviour Is Actually Stressful #dogtraining #mentality #shorts

19 May 2026 · 0 min

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A 5 kg small dog has the same predatory drives and need for structure as a 30 kg working dog. When a large dog lunges it's a problem, but when a small dog does it, people call it cute. That stress damages both the dog and owner, and needs real training, not dismissal.

5 kilo dog has the exact same genetic instincts, the exact same predatory drives, and the exact same need for structure as a 30 kilo working dog. The only difference is that when a 30 kilo dog lunges at someone, it's a liability. And when a 5 kilo dog does it, people laugh and say, ah, that's cute. It's not funny, it's not cute, it's stressful. Not only for you, but also it's incredibly stressful for your dog.

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