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Small Dog Syndrome?

Have you ever noticed that smaller dogs are often the most vocal or the worst-behaved canines? Science backs this up, with research showing that small dogs are more likely to be aggressive and anxious than big dogs.

Part of the reason is “small dog syndrome” – where pups overcompensate for their size by barking, jumping, lunging and growling.

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