Dogs don't mind it when you admire other dogs. Dogs keep the same temperament right through the month. Dogs actually prefer it if you don't wash too often, and they don't mind if you forget to shave on weekends. Dogs don't have favourite TV shows that come on at the same time as the football. A dog's idea of a good conversation is to sit together in silence for hours.
Dogs agree that the only fun part of gardening is digging holes.
Dogs understand that it is logical to let the dirty dishes pile up for a week, and then do all the washing-up at one time. If your dog makes too much noise, a quick slap across the snout with a rolled-up newspaper is acceptable, and will actually be approved of by your neighbours. Dogs don't enjoy any activity which required you to dress up in a coat and tie. Dogs know that you love them, without having to be told.