While I never had a dog growing up (dad's deathly allergic to any animal with fur) I have fostered 7 beagle-hounds until they were ready to be adopted as well as a constant companion to my boyfriend's dachshund, Mike, and his parent's corgi, Daphne. I love taking dogs on walks and giving them all the attention they could ever need. That being said, you don't have to worry about all your training of your furry friend being reversed. If he's not supposed to be on the furniture, I'll make sure he follows those rules.