I've had my account for over a decade, so I'm not really up to date with the current process. There used to be a period when you couldn't just sign up (I think it was invite only?)
Nope, still not a dog. They just get louder and louder. Either they get your attention or go full volume nonstop the whole day. Also their lifespan is waaay longer than an average dog life.
Isn't that what Sylvester Stallone's mom did for a living?