So you are saying it's about the right dog? We've had seven different dogs over the years and there has only been one he had no complaint about, as she was an omega animal and never bothered him.
We actually have to get rid of my chihuahua, an alpha personality, after I've had him from puppyhood eight years ago. he hates my little Frodo. He told me yesterday literally it's "him or me."
So all i can think of is to find the mildest, meekest little girl dog who has absolute bladder control, is not an escape artist and never barks.

It's a good thing he doesn't want kids becuase i really think he'd've been an awful father.