[nagdu] Guide Dogs of America

Jessica Pitzer rolosgirl at gmail.com
Sun Jan 10 19:24:13 UTC 2010


Hi,
I'm wondering if there is any GDA graduates amongst us.
If so, I have questions.
You can either answer here or send me a private email, or add me to
msn at rolosgirl at gmail.com
1. Did you keep a blog of your experiences.
2. Does your dog have any issues with cats?
3. Can you describe your harness, AKA how it releases the belly strap,
any reflectors, how the handle connects, etc.?
4. What did you like and dislike about the school?
5. How long did you wait to get in?
6. Did you feel your dog was a good match?
7. Any recommendations for going there?
8. Can you give me an overview of the facilities, common areas, rooms, etc.?
9. Can you describe to me what happens from when you get there until
you get the dog?
10. Can you describe dog day to me and how they introduce the dog to
you, what happens after that up until your first work out?
11. Are there any hallmarks of the program, AKA visits to specific
places that always happen?
12. Was your dog well trained in all types of environments?
13. How does your dog do with food distractions?
14. How about cat/dog distractions?
15. What all commands are used.
16. How is your dog at home? Do you use a crate, tie down, both?
If I think of more questions I'll post them but these are the ones i
have right now.
I'm doing the application process now, hoping for an April or July
class. I've asked for a female yellow lab, we'll see!
Jessica




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