[nagdu] Steps

[The Pawpower Pack]

I want my dog to body block me at steps because I have very poor  
balance.  My dog also body blocks me at curbs.  I need to be ready for  
that change in elevation and this may mean that I need to stand for a  
moment until I feel prepared.  Sometimes I can be extra stubborn and  
all in a hurry so the body block communicates to me that she is  
stopping for a very good reason; not just because she is distracted.   
She will also body block me because she is using her nose to point out  
the rail.  She will refuse to move if my hand is not on the rail or if  
she feels that I'm too unsteady.  Then she goes step by step, and  
needs to be told "ok" before she will move on to the next step.  I  
realize most guide dog users don't need this level of support from  
their dog but I find it a huge help with my vestibular issues.

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