DEAR AMY: My sister recently lost her job. I let her and her 2-1/2-year-old daughter, “Mariah,’’ move in with me while she gets on her feet. I have a 9-year-old toy poodle, and he’s gentle and great with children.The problems began when Mariah started biting the dog.
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I thought I had a system worked out -- I made sure he was always with me when I was at home, and I put him in his crate when I was at work. You can assume that this little girl is very confused and stressed. It also sounds as if your sister is not doing a very good job with her. Your sister is a mess. It is up to you to decide how much of her own toddler behavior you can tolerate. You may have to tell her that unless she can respect your very reasonable boundaries, she’ll have to find another place to live. DEAR AMY: I am 13 and have the best dog ever. He usually follows me around the house, and mopes when I’m gone.
How can I make sure I’m spending enough time with my dog and not my smartphone? What are some ways to resist using my smartphone?DEAR ADDICT: First, you and your folks should make sure your buddy gets a good medical checkup right away. Dogs tend to act mopey when they’re not feeling well. You are perceptive to see that your inattention has a real impact on your dog.
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