Battersea Dogs & Cats Home sees rise in 'spoilt' small dogs abandoned

The number of small dogs arriving at Battersea Dogs and Cats home suffering with behavioural issues has risen by 4%. The charity say it's because they being spoilt and over handled.

More than 90 Yorkshire terriers have arrived at the home this year, compared with 54 at the same time last year, making it the small breed most in need of attention. There has also been a 36% increase in the number of chihuahuas coming into Battersea since last year

.Ali Taylor, head of canine welfare training, said: "Small dogs have become very popular and fashionable in recent years and sadly Battersea sees the repercussions of people taking on these dogs with little thought of how to care for them."