[header] How to set consistent limits for a new dog [title] Determine what your limits are. [step] Before you bring the dog home, or as soon as you do, you need to decide what limits you want to set for your dog. This may be not letting it on furniture, keeping it out of the dining room when you are eating, or keeping it out of certain areas. 
Discuss with your family or roommates what boundaries you agree to set for the dog. [substeps] Make sure the limits you set are something you can follow through with and will not change your mind about.