Living with Us

It may sound attractive to let a dog do what it wants to do. After all, that gives it the ultimate freedom to act out its natural inclinations.

This is, of course, as unrealistic for dogs as it is for us. We teach our children good manners, socially acceptable hygiene, and how to control their natural aggression.

We monitor their safety, channel their curiosity into constructive pursuits, and ask others who are more knowledgeable to help educate them. It should be the same with our canine family member.

A happy, contented dog has learned how to act responsibly with its own kind but also with other species, especially humans.

It has learned to inhibit its inclination to bite, to respond positively to people, to enjoy being handled and accept restraint, and, for its own safety and security, to respond-to our instructions.

Simple obedience training is as important as any other factor in caring properly for our dogs.