There’s lots of dogs in Haines. Not all of them are well behaved.

Here are some tips for proper canine stewardship.

• Before you make that giant leap into dog ownership, make sure you are aware of the responsibility that comes with a serious dependency for a decade or more. Like rearing children, canine ownership requires dedication, work and lots of money.

• Leash your mutt when walking. No one likes dogs marauding around their…