Why Little Dogs Don't Make Good Service Dogs

Although very cute and cuddly, little dogs do not make good service dogs, because of the size and also due to their characteristically high strong and hyper behaviors.  Little dogs are often very excitable and service dogs need to remain cool and calm so they can always be focused on their tasks and never forget for a second their purpose. Little dogs are also unable to prevent a child from walking out into the middle of a street, whereas a larger dog can block the pathway of a child and if needed, gently grab onto the child's arms and/or wrists with their mouth. Small dogs are not to take such measures.  However, small dogs are great companions for service dogs when they are off duty and want another canine pal.  Service dogs spend so much time working that having a small companion dog can provide some much needed doggie play time when they are not acting an as Autism or other service-related dog.