23/06/2026
This is much more than many people initially see. “Why don’t you just let him in the couch?”…. This isn’t because I don’t like dogs on the couch…. my Great Dane is sleeping with his chin on my lap as I write…. This is about your young dog discovering rules, boundaries and limitations; and particularly WHO is the decision maker. The one who gives direction can be relied upon to give protection… plus, you won’t end up raising a rude dog who expects to do whatever they want, wherever they go. I have come across far too many dogs in my career who have ended up EXCLUDED from many social situations because they weren’t taught to be polite in company. Now THAT is sad.
