A 1936 Petiquette Lesson

It’s true. Studies have shown that just as with their children, humans are judged by their dogs’ behavior. An unruly, ill-mannered dog is a poor reflection on a person, whereas a well-mannered dog, trained to behave in front of visitors, is a sign of respect for others by the pooch’s owner. Before adding a dog to a household, it is good to ask a veterinarian or animal behaviorist which types of dogs would fit in to one’s home with the least amount of friction or upheaval. Numerous recent articles have tackled this topic in great detail, making suggestions for which breeds of dogs differing types of families should own. Calmer breeds of dogs are better suited to large, noisy households, while more highly animated breeds work well in homes which have fewer young children and distractions. While also like humans, every dog is different from another, the dog breeds rated best to avoid for families with kids include Chihuahuas, Rottweilers, Chow Chows, Pit Bulls and Dalmatians, according to parent24.com.

You Are Judged By Your Dog’s Behavior

What nice manners Jack and Jill have! They’re a credit to their mistress, thanks to her wise training. How did she teach them to lie down so obediently at her command? She trained each pup by itself. She let no other person help or even look on. 

While Jack, for instance, was sitting, she grasped his collar with one hand and with the other gently stretched his front legs out on the ground. Meanwhile she repeated, “Down! Down!” After several trials Jack proudly took the proper position himself, at the word “Down!” Then she rewarded him with a pat on the head! – Santa Ana Journal Home Service, 1936

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