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(DOG SIGNAL)

The third reason for Mr. Niwa's anger…

There's more?

Enough, I will go find another training class.

…is that.

The way you carry the dog in your bag.

(Miyu's Partner) What do you mean?

(Miyu's Partner) What's wrong with it?

(Miyu's Partner) Everybody does this.

They use backpacks designed for dogs.

You're using a bag meant for humans.

You don't carry dogs in these bags

because they're not made to hold living things.

They cannot guarantee the dog's safety.

Moreover, seeing a dog without a collar and leash,

any dog expert would…

I looked for bags for dogs.

But I didn't find any cute ones.

Why did he get so mad at me over such a trivial matter?

This is not trivial.

Tiara was forced to stand in that bag

for hours.

Don't you think it's tired?

It's only five months old.

So what?

No.

If I say it, I might lose my temper.

I must endure.

-If the owner gets mad and goes home, -Wait, what are you doing?

-there'll be no hope to help the dog. -Please don't pick bugs to scare me.

And I want to see

how much I can teach her.

To see how much I have grown.

BUDDHA So, what do you want to discuss?

What's that look?

What?

I always look this way.

Is that so?

Alright, let's talk.

You came to ask about the dog, right?

Oh, that's right.

Although it's not a big problem yet…

Is there a way to keep it still during photoshoots?

If you want it to stay still,

just teach it to "wait"…

That's not what I'm talking about.

I just want it to stay still during the photo session.

Before, even if I put it in a box or a cup,

it wouldn't move.

Why did you put it in a box or a cup…

For aesthetics.

What?

The aesthetics of social media photos.

Instant Graphics social media.

I know this.

The thing Ms. Izumi set up for the shop.

Then it was left unattended.

CHATTERING I finally have 200,000 followers.

But Tiara just won't keep still.

I can't even upload good photos lately.

My competitor is gradually catching up.

I'm very anxious.

Wait, what are you talking about?

CHATTERING So I want to go to the popular training class among dog owners

and take some photos

to show that it's not just cute

but also smart.

UPLOAD PHOTOS? WHAT IS FOLLOWERS? CLASS? SHOW OFF? -I want to regain popularity! -Upload photos? Class?

So Miyu, please, help me.

MUTTERING What exactly are you doing there?

It's annoying!

Let's start with the consultation.

How do you walk Tiara?

In a bag or a stroller.

Don't you let it walk?

Because it's a teacup dog,

the pet shop staff said it doesn't need walks.

That's wrong, Yuko.

Dogs need walks no matter how small they are.

Walking is not just for exercise,

it's also to get it accustomed to human society…

I already told you, don't bother with these complicated matters.

Just let me be able to take photos.

Right, come to my home.

I have photography equipment at home.

You can teach me there.

Wait.

Here?

It's a bit messy.

Hold on.

What's wrong?

Do… Do you have a boyfriend?

No, come on in.

I heard from a regular at the bar I worked at

that you were with another man the day after we broke up.

A wealthy tech industry guy.

Didn't he buy you the dog?

How could Yuko possibly have a million?

Then I'm coming in…

What a mess!

Wait, she's even more slovenly than Mr. Niwa.

That thing that looks like a fence…

The doghouse!

It's totally unusable!

At least make the doghouse usable first.

When we lived together, I did all the housework.

Yuko is so slovenly without me?

Leave that, Miyu.

How can I? It's such a mess.

Even if you clean it up, it will get messy again.

Leave that and come here.

Don't walk on the trash.

Look!

This is Tiara's photo studio.

I just need it to stay still here.

It's really hard for me.

The setup has to be changed every time we shoot.

What's going on here?

It feels so weird.

Tiara, don't move.

That's not right, Yuko.

-The place to clean is not there, -Hey, I said don't move.

but the doghouse.

Tiara, I told you not to move.

It's too narrow there.

But it used to stay still.

Because it grew up.

Puppies will gradually grow.

Then there's trouble.

If it continues to grow,

I'll lose my followers.

It was the same with Prince.

Everyone laughed about how big it was.

I don't want to experience that again.

Yuko, who is "Prince"?

The dog I gave to you.

Isn't it super big?

Actually,

I've tried hard to restrict its diet.

But it still grew so big.

Moreover, it didn't listen to me at all.

It was such a pain.

Come with me.

We're back at this park.

What is this?

Does he love this place so much?

And where is he? It's unbearable.

Yuko.

Watch from there.

Such a big dog.

Sanju.

Sit.

Down.

Through.

Wait.

Come.

Bang.

Awesome!

It's large, but it's super smart.

Is it a dog from the training class?

Don't you recognize it?

It's "Prince".

But its name is Sanju now.

Are you keeping it?

Right. You left it to me.

Come on.

If you want a dog,

I can find you a smaller and cuter one.

I thought you'd find an owner for it.

Didn't expect you to keep such a large dog yourself.

Indeed, it's smarter than before.

But with its size,

it's useless even if it learns commands.

What's wrong with its size?

I can't stand it anymore.

What do you think dogs are?

A puppy growing up should be a joy, not a headache.

Coming to the class because it's trendy.

Not caring about anything except your photos.

You don't walk nor discipline it.

Making a mess in the doghouse and your bed.

Covering yourself in perfume.

Stuffing it into a bag and carrying it around.

They're not objects, they're alive.

Dogs are not your toys!

Miyu…

For Sanju, I asked a dog trainer to teach me.

To you, it's an unwanted dog.

But to me,

it's an irreplaceable partner.

If you were willing to learn

and improve Tiara's living condition,

I would help you.

But I can't do it.

I can't stand it.

Let's go, Sanju.

Miyu…

I'll come to your house in three days.

Don't use perfume before then.

Clean up your house.

I didn't say it because of you!

It's for Tiara!

Because the fact that you abandoned Sanju

makes me very angry.

Also, Tiara is too thin.

If you are restricting its diet,

start feeding it well from today!

Understood?

Just as people can't choose their parents,

dogs can't choose their owners either.

Since you've taken it in,

you must give it a happy life.

Goodbye.

I almost just left her there.

I tried so hard.

I really tried so hard.

Hey, Miyu.

Why did you date someone like her?

Because she was crying.

On my way home from a party one night,

I saw her bawling after arguing with a man.

And?

I talked to her.

She said her boyfriend kicked her out.

So she was homeless.

And?

I felt pity for her

and took her home.

I was also afraid for her safety.

Is that strange?

Then of course she'd cling to you.

Miyu.

You probably have never actively dated a girl you like.

How do you know?

He's the type women take advantage of.

But she has her cute sides.

Like what?

EXCITED Strange, what is it?

THIS GUY IS HOPELESS This guy is hopeless.

You can do it if you put your heart into it.

Did I do well?

Yes!

This is good work.

Although I noticed she piled up the trash on the balcony,

she isn't using perfume.

Let's start training.

But I refuse to let it stay still only when taking photos.

What are you going to do then?

First…

This.

Tiara has never worn a collar and leash, right?

Because I always put it in the bag.

Some dogs will reject suddenly wearing a collar.

Yuck, what is this?

So weird, save me.

Oh, right.

Let's wear this at home today.

So, before practicing walking,

you can get them used to wearing something around their necks.

I heard you can use a light-fabric scarf,

or something like a ribbon.

I'm used to it.

"You heard"?

My master wrote to me.

Notes for training puppies.

So you're not an expert yet.

What?

I don't want to hear that from you.

This scarf is so tacky.

It even has a phone number on it.

Pfft.

Shut it.

If there's time,

I would have made it better.

PET LOVE Hey, you said we were having lunch,

that's why I came out.

We'll eat later.

Aren't you worried about your own apprentice?

They're coming.

Such a hassle.

How about this one?

I saw it in advertisements.

-That one has food coloring. -Look, they are strangely close.

-This one without is better. -Look, they are strangely close.

-What about the pet bowl? -That woman is looking at him as a female.

-Choose one for me. -That woman is looking at him as a female.

What does that mean?

Don't you understand?

Men are indeed stupid.

What?

That woman doesn't want to make Tiara happy.

She's doing it to make Miyu like her.

There's some over there too.

Look, that was intentional.

DOG TRAINING PROUD DOG I'm back, Sanju.

You know what?

She worked hard to clean the house.

She doesn't use perfume anymore.

And she listens to my advice when shopping.

That woman won't do, Miyu.

Mom won't allow it.

Mom… Mom?

People like her

care most about how others view them.

Dogs are just props for them to get attention.

She used the dog to gain popularity on social media,

and now she's using the dog

to get you to like her.

Even if she tries hard at the moment,

she'll quickly grow tired of it.

She's not the type to keep pets.

It's better if you find Tiara another owner.

What do you think, Mr. Niwa?

Go to hell…

What do you think, Mr. Niwa?

It hurts…

What do you think?

Isn't she your student?

I…

I think even if her motive is to please me, it's okay,

because I was the same.

I got the dog involuntarily.

I found it troublesome and annoying.

But now even if it does the same thing,

I still find it cute.

Because I faced it head-on,

I realized that dogs are so lovable.

No matter what the motive is,

this could happen to Yuko and Tiara too.

She might change because of Tiara.

I believe dogs have that kind of power.

If it doesn't work out,

I'll find a new owner for Tiara.

Nosuke contacted me,

saying that the number of puppies coming for treatment has increased,

so he's planning to offer a puppy class at the clinic

for puppies between three to six months old.

He wants you to teach. What do you say?

That woman's dog is still a puppy, right?

Is it good, Tiara?

That bowl looks quite convenient.

You can eat more.

He not only made a bandana scarf,

but also picked dog food and a bowl for me.

How about this?

The height might be better.

Why did I dump him?

What a pain.

Always so jealous.

If you don't like it,

make your dog stick out its tongue too.

NOSUKE PET CLINIC Hello everyone.

I am the instructor of the puppy course.

My name is Samura. I work at the training class next door, Proud Dog.

To ensure puppies can live happily in our society,

let's learn together.

Okay.

Please introduce yourselves and your dogs

in order.

The instructor is so cute.

Like an idol.

DOG SEMINAR These are the topics Mr. Niwa and Dr. Nosuke decided

for today's puppy training class.

First, the way to hold them.

This is how you should hold a small breed.

Slide one hand from the side of the body to the belly.

The other hand from beneath the groin to the belly.

For medium-sized dogs.

Wrap your arm around the butt to hold the thigh.

You can adjust according to the owner's physique.

As for large dogs.

One arm at the front chest and the other at the back knees.

Let the dog's butt rest on your arm.

But there is no need to forcibly lift a large dog.

If you grab under their armpits

-or their front legs to lift them, -Ow!

it may cause pain in the dog's joints.

So, it's not allowed.

Second, let other owners hold your dog.

Give them treats.

-Hello. -Let them meet different people

-Thank you. -to make them understand

-Nice to meet you. -that people are not scary; they are fun.

Third, let them play with other puppies.

Come play.

Don't chase after me.

Puppies that are separated from their parents and siblings immediately after birth

don't get the chance to learn how to interact with other dogs.

Stop chasing.

You've gone too far.

Learning from playing with other puppies

is very important for a dog's socialization.

All right.

I've told you how to hold the puppies.

Please let other owners hold your dog.

Can we hold each other's dogs?

Sure.

Its name is Donto.

Okay…

Mine is Tiara.

So ugly.

Thank you.

What is this, a fish?

Didn't I say you can't hold it like this?

But this guy…

Don't call it that.

It struggles because the way you hold it makes it uncomfortable.

Left hand to the belly from the side…

That's right, hold it properly like this.

Look.

I have to call its name

and give it a treat.

Don… Donto?

What's going on?

I thought it was very ugly just now.

So cute.

Speaking of which,

Prince also looks more lively

than it was with me.

Yuko, look.

Tiara is very happy too.

Good dog.

Holding it like handling fragile items.

Is that the right way?

Then, let the puppies play.

Yes.

It's the first time I've seen that expression on it.

"Its expression is the same in every photo."

"Is it really still alive?"

NOSUKE PET CLINIC Thanks you all, see you next time.

Thank you.

You've worked hard.

You too, Tiara.

You did very well.

A while ago,

someone wrote annoying comments on social media.

I always thought they were jealous

because Tiara is very small

and makes a cute expression with its tongue out.

But compared to the other dogs,

Tiara never had any expression before.

Dogs like Tiara

don't stick out their tongues because they want to.

Dogs that are particularly small like Tiara

can't completely retract their tongues into their mouths.

Look, normally dogs can use teeth to hold it.

But the space in the mouth is too small,

and the teeth alignment can become very irregular

the tongue will stick out through the gaps in the teeth.

They are not like humans.

They don't do that because it's cute.

Is it a bad thing if the tongue sticks out?

No, not necessarily a bad thing.

But not a normal thing either.

If its teeth alignment is so bad that the tongue sticks out,

it's more prone to periodontal disease than other dogs.

Because it cannot use its tongue properly,

you must regularly check if they are eating and drinking.

If the tongue becomes dry and hard,

you must moisten it with water.

When grooming, if you don't inform the stylist in advance,

they may cut the dog's tongue.

Even if it's small and easy to carry,

you cannot carry it around all day.

You must let it sleep well at home.

Dogs need 12 to 15 hours of sleep.

Because the tongue is made of muscle,

it will extend when tired.

Compared to regular dogs,

there are more things to take note of.

Small-sized dogs might be cute.

I know some people think that smaller ones are better.

But because they are small,

they need more attention.

I've never heard of that.

When I saw dogs at the pet store,

they said there was a very small and cute dog,

and took me inside the store.

Such small-sized dogs are rare.

It will surely go viral on social media.

Definitely.

Do you want it?

Can I?

I'm back.

It's amazing.

I have 100,000 followers.

I have to set up a new backdrop,

replace the lighting,

and buy clothes for it.

Okay, Tiara.

Stay in there.

I can't take pictures if you move.

Hey, don't move!

You would treat your own child like that, wouldn't you?

The thought gives me chills.

Let's break up.

I will pay the rent for you.

You should move out.

Goodbye.

After leaving Miyu without a notice,

karma punished me.

It made me feel pathetic.

If I even lose my followers,

I would have lost everything.

Yuko, look.

That's the gesture to play with me.

It wants to play with you.

Tiara…

You didn't lose everything.

You still have Tiara.

DOG TRAINING PROUD DOG Yuko's family is a bit complicated.

Her parents never played with her.

At 17, she dated an older boyfriend

and lived with him.

After that, she moved from one man to another.

She may be like a puppy that was separated from its family right after birth.

She doesn't know how to love because no one taught her.

She had no ill will towards Sanju and Tiara.

Those who mistreat pets without ill will are the worst.

I know.

She changed from depending on men to dogs.

I know this too.

To prevent her from becoming like that,

I will take responsibility and teach Yuko.

Because she promised me she would change for Tiara.

Good morning, Miyu.

I'm here.

Eh, did I come too early?

I didn't spray any perfume.

It doesn't smell anymore, right?

She really has changed

in an unexpected way.

Not bad, Yuko.

You're very cute.

What exactly is your standard of cute?

I knew it.

Because you really like this tracksuit.

I will work hard to train Tiara.

Can I be your girlfriend again?

Here it comes.

I knew this was her purpose.

Damn, it feels like Miyu will agree.

Although that woman is stupid,

Miyu is not any better.

After all, he came here because he was tricked.

He even lived with her before.

He might agree.

No, impossible.

That impossible.

Why?

Didn't I say so from the start?

I'm helping you just for Tiara's sake.

You hated and abandoned Sanju. How could I possibly like you?

That is even more terrifying.

Then let's start training.

Miss Yatabe.

I will make you look at me again.

This is infuriating.

Come on.

You might as well spend that time

playing with Tiara.

(Next Episode: Confidence)