Size DOES matter when it comes to taking care of these guys. Something simple like jumping off a couch can be much more traumatic for a 5 pound dog versus a 15 pound one. Other things like toxins can affect them in much smaller quantities than a bigger dog. I've never had to worry about one of my dogs going through my deck railings until we brought Cali home! We will make adjustments and puppy proof the deck rather than denying her the pleasure of sunning herself on the deck with the rest of the pups.
I think the key is to be vigilant about what's around, but realize that at the end of the day they are dogs and will do dog things.
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