Consistency and socialization

Two dogs over almost(goodness I feel old) 20 years - be consistent with your energy they want and need to rely on you. You’re their everything and they’ll thrive if they know their “home” is reliable.

Set boundaries - they want and need them - I’m no enforcer but a glance or a no does get a response because we’ve always had it mean the same thing between us.

Take them out and introduce them to the world. People, places, pets, beaches, hills, hikes and all the things life brings - it works and it’s necessary to keep it up early is the most foundation building chapter but I find regular exposure therapy year after year reminds them :)