By now we’ve all seen the hand-sized dogs that have become more of an accessory than a pet for many Hollywood stars. The trend seems to have started with Paris Hilton and her miniature pooch, but the fad has spread into the mainstream as well. You can see women everywhere carrying around their tiny canines, and some even have specially designed bags for toting their pet.
Not only have these adorable little dogs become an accessory for their owner, but they also sport many extravagant accessories themselves. It is not uncommon to see them sporting a leather jacket or glitzy rhinestone dog collar. While I don’t have a problem with spending time with your pet and showing them affection, I think that this obsession has gone too far. It is time for dog’s to once again become “man’s best friend” instead of “man’s best fashion accessory.”