I have had many dogs throughout my life, including the two I have now. They love all animals! Puppies are my favorite, and I am great with teaching how to house train as well as teaching the pup hand signals for commands for sit, stay, lay, paw, leave it, and wait. We will have to talk about what you want them to be so it is consistent. I also have two wonderful kids and a cat. I have raised horses, cows, sheep, pigs, cats, chickens, fish and birds. I once was on a mission to pet every dog in Seattle, but everyone has a dog so I will settle for petting everyone in Maryland. I hope to give you some relief knowing your pup is taken care of.