How’s your dog?  Whether your family’s first pet, or a recent new addition, most dogs — like their human counterparts — come with a few quirks. 

Depending on the nature of said “quirk,” behaviors run the gamut from amusing to stressful.  And of course some can be really expensive.  Behaviors like separation anxiety, chewing, and barking can make the otherwise wonderful experience of life with dog a challenge, and sometimes even untenable.  Following is a how-to guide every dog parent needs but doesn’t always know where to find.  Spot spoke with three experts in training and socialization who shared their best tips on the making of a good dog.