Myth: Small breed dogs don’t require as much exercise.

Fact: One of the biggest myths out there is that there is a correlation between a dog’s size and their exercise needs. Many small breed dogs, especially terriers, were born to run, chase, dig and bark by nature. Don’t be fooled by their stature! By the same token, there are some very mellow large breed dogs, such as the Great Dane, which require very minimal exercise. Take into account what the dog was bred for as an indication of what their needs are.