[humanser] [External] Re: In-home/community-based work with clients as a dog guide handler

[Cook, Shannon]

I do the same.  I do a lot of home visits.  A person has the right not to allow the dog in his or her home, but as stated, I don't want someone feeling as though they would offend me if they said no.  Plus, you don't know what kinds of things may be on the floor that could harm the dog, such as dropped meds, harmful food bits, etc.  I also found that the focus becomes about answering questions about the dog, not the purpose of the visit.  

Shannon Cook, MSW, CPM

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From: HumanSer <humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Merry Schoch via HumanSer
Sent: Monday, April 22, 2019 1:47 PM
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Subject: [External] Re: [humanser] In-home/community-based work with clients as a dog guide handler

I do not take my guide dog to any appointments for any home visits. I believe it is best not to put my clients in a position where they may feel they have to let the dog in whether they want to or not. This is my way and I don’t have many home visits.

Good question to ask!

Best,
Merry

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> On Apr 22, 2019, at 11:05 AM, Miranda via HumanSer <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi Everyone,
> As I apply for employment positions, I am finding myself with possibilities that involve working with clients in their homes and/or in community-based settings. For those of you who are dog guide handlers, how do you handle situations where the client may not be comfortable with a dog in their home or where other pets such as other dogs are present? While this might be suited to the NAGDU membership, I felt it appropriate to post here considering the professional nature specific to this list.
> Any insight on this matter would be very much appreciated.
> Thank you for your time and assistance, and have a wonderful week!
> 
> Best wishes, Miranda
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