Perhaps it's just me, but I'm seeing yappy terriers everywhere! They are the dog of choice to trail around town, tied up at the window, staring aimlessly at the unrecognisable ankles of the shoppers walking by.
They quiver and shiver, sniff the air, looking like they could take a bite out of me if I get too close. I certainly wouldn't stop to pat one - I'm too frightened of getting a nip and needing an anti-tetanus jab!
Is it cruel to leave your cold, little dog on a lead outside the bakery? I would say, yes. Big dogs wouldn't stand for it. Big dogs have a sense of self-importance and pride. Little dogs just seem embarrassed.