LOL, the looks my 16lb Yorkie gets is amazing. If they think 8lbs is big... well, they haven't met Jackson

I think 8-10lbs is a perfect size actually!
I usually get the "Is that a .... Yorkie?" question.
Most are actually thrilled when they see him. I get a lot of compliments on his size and how they prefer it, so I've actually never had a negative experience.
What I do find funny is how many people have asked me if he's a Silky Terrier, and I am amazed at the number of people who even KNOW what a Silky Terrier is!! I never knew until after getting Jackson.