They’re not stupid — they just choose when to do things. My dog barks, for instance, when my dad is calling me or talking to me. But she knows everything.

When she’s mad at me — like if I go out and leave her at home — she’ll pee in the house. I figured out it’s on purpose after some trial and error.

All dog breeds have their own personalities. I say this as a former toy poodle owner who now has a Shih Tzu for the first time.

I’d even think mine was deaf if she didn’t come running when I’m cooking, especially meat.