If you have a small dog there are a few things you might want to keep in mind.  Just like large-breed dogs, small dogs should get regular exercise, however, it should be appropriate for the type of dog you have.  Walking is good for almost every dog, but your small dog might need shorter or slower walks.  Also, watch out for stairs.  For some small dogs, stairs are not a problem, but stairs can put a lot of strain on dogs prone to back issues.

Large-breed dog food has high doses of glucosomine and chondrotine.  While these ingredients are still needed for a small dog, they do not need the large doses contained in large breed food.  Also, several brands of food have “small-bite” formula’s (dry food) that is for a small dog to chew and digest.

Finally, watch the table scraps.  Small dogs can easily gain weight.  An extra couple of pounds is nothing on a German Shepard, but it may make your Pug, pudgy.