1. The document presents 10 commandments for dog owners to follow in caring for their dogs. The commandments advise owners to consider a dog's lifespan before getting one, to give dogs time to understand commands, and to trust and avoid punishing dogs. They also suggest talking to dogs, being aware dogs never forget mistreatment, and not hitting dogs, which may bite or scratch in response. Finally, the commandments say to consider if something is bothering a dog before scolding it, take care of dogs when they grow old, and go with dogs on difficult journeys.