[nagdu] differences between caring for pets and guides

[Mark J. Cadigan]

Assuming I do all the daily training and maintenance properly what schools 
or breeds of dogs do you find to be the best behaved? Also, what kinds of 
dogs are best around crouds and noise?

Thanks
Mark
PS. Let me know if this game of 20 questions is getting a bit much. I am not 
certain ware else to find out all this esoteric information.


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "fuehrer stacy l" <precious1205 at charter.net>
To: "NAGDU Mailing List,the National Association of Guide Dog Users" 
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Sent: Friday, February 12, 2010 9:26 PM
Subject: Re: [nagdu] differences between caring for pets and guides


> Mark, the biggest differences in caring for a guide than a pet dog are the 
> daily obedience exercises that are strongly recommended for a guide, as 
> well as keeping up the skills both of you have learned in training.  This 
> is done through repetition and a good working routine each and every day, 
> when possible.  Consistency in the dog's feeding and relieving schedule is 
> huge as others have mentioned.  Keeping the guide's manners sharp both in 
> your home and while out in public is essential also.
> Hope this helps, do keep us updated.
> Stacy and London
>
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