I have learned over the years you are either a dog person or not, Me I am very much so. All dogs have a personalty and once you learn it your interactions between one another can earn Friendship. A belly rub, a scratch on the Butt or a sneak treat for rewards .Dogs will be treated like kids at there Grand pa. for I am a Grand Pa as well. You find what both sides will have a lot of fun. I have a good way when it is potty time so no one has to be scared to hold it. when dogs are walked they are looking for different smells to get antiquated with both people and other animals. . At the end of the day they will be looking for a good rest do receiving exercise and meeting new friends