I've owned almost every size of dog in my lifetime. As a child we mostly had big dogs. Now that I can choose my own, it's small all the way. It's just a personal preference. I'm a small person, I was tired of big dogs hurting me by even just brushing up against me or bumping me.
Now, 7 lbs is not a big dog at all. However, 7 lbs is different than 3 lbs. I watch a Papillon now and then and he towers over my chihuahua and two yorkies. He is 7 lbs. I think everyone wants a healthy dog first, then after that there are sizes and colors to choose from. These are VERY expensive pets and companions, I think you should only get one that you will be happy with. It's not like we're talking about giving away a 7lb dog, you're talking about selling someone a pet. It's a lifetime commitment in my mind. Not everyone is looking for the same thing for their money(heck, some may even prefer a darker or lighter or chocolate yorkie...yorkies vary in size and color so much it's good to know what you're looking for if you are spending thousands or even hundreds of dollars). Otherwise you'd just go to the pound and rescue, correct? |