“Do the best that you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” - Maya Angelou

Years later the general public is still rather uneducated about service dog laws and how taking advantage and breaking them hurts service dogs and their disabled handlers.

I don’t expect him to act like a 2yr old fully trained dog, because he isn’t one.

Raising a puppy is hard and tiring, but hopefully one or more of these things can help make it a little easier for you! (Also, all this stuff can be applied to adult dogs. Especially if they are new to your home.)

A puppy that knows ALL THE THINGS is cool and impressive, but I have found that having a puppy that has solid foundations is much nicer to live with in the long run. I have my puppy’s entire life to teach them tricks, but right now is my opportunity, during the socialization window, to teaching him the world is a great place

Picking the breed that is the best fit for your lifestyle and making sure you get them from a responsible and ethical place goes a LONG way in setting you and your new dog up for success and can make the process of bringing your new dog home so much easier!

Whether you choose to adopt or shop, do it responsibly and make sure your money is going to people who are passionate about dogs not money. Raise your standards, you deserve better and so do the dogs.