In both cases (dogs and children), it relies on the grown up giving a shit (or at the very least being aware of their surroundings and context), _and_ having th

In both cases (dogs and children), it relies on the grown up giving a shit (or at the very least being aware of their surroundings and context), _and_ having the skills to deal with the dog/child. The latter point requires a lot of ground work (training) to have been established over the years. Yes, it is possible to tell a dog to stop barking, sometimes it's easier than telling a child to stop yelling.I speak as both a parent and dog owner.