have been a dog lover from birth have had 4 days in my life which have passed away. all have lived past ripe age of 15 years. all the dogs I haven taken care of remember me & comming running to greet me. I do reprimand but in a very stern voice & use the owners method of reprimand if they use one or what the do. I do not hit as it is very detrimental in their growth process & interaction with other people. I also have excellent references such (word of mouth) as I have dog sat friends/family dogs. I like to play with them & cuddle also. I like to give them treats and teach them tricks I also like a groomed dog willing to bathe them if given additional fee.