My experience: I grew up with dog in my family. From small dogs to rottweilers. I now have 2 dogs of my own, one is 4 female unspayed and the other is 1 year male. Had both as puppies and trained myself. They know basic commands they are very comfortable with other dogs and very playful and of course potty trained to go outside. Very good with other dogs. They both have their own beds they only go on furniture when commanded that they are allowed. But yeah always taken care of my dogs to the best of my ability.