When we treat our dogs like people, we often blur the lines of what they actually need from us. Dogs don’t live in the “gray areas” the way we do. They don’t need long explanations or reasoning. For them, life is black and white: clear rules, clear boundaries, and clear communication.

If you know nothing else about Golden Retrievers you’ve probably at least heard they are wonderfully loyal companions, family friendly, easy to train, and highly intelligent.