[nagdu] Inquiry From New List Member

[Lisa Irving]

Hi Bob,

When I had my previous guide dogs I worked in non tradition work settings; a 
mobile recreation program, at playgrounds and at the beach. These 
environments were high octane energy most of the time. Therefore I was 
matched with high octane dog guides. I had to get creative when it came to 
finding a safe place to place my guide dog. When I worked at a stationary 
activity (at an arts and crafts table) my dog guide stayed near the table. 
When I worked at the beach my dog was placed under a desk in the recreation 
center. This wasn't always a conducive situation because maintenance workers 
fed my dog or played with him. Yes, there are inconsiderate folks. This time 
around I requested a mellow dog -- Bernie is definitely mellow. I no longer 
work in an after school environment. When I am re employed I anticipate 
doing many of the same things with my dog as others have conveyed to you on 
this list.

Bob, I highly suggest you discuss the particulars of your work situation 
with the school you will be attending. This information will help them to 
match  you with the most appropriate dog.Be aware that you may encounter a 
variety of responses to the presence of your dog guide. This will require 
educating these folks about the do's and don'ts with your dog. I'm confident 
that your school will discuss this topic during lecture time.

Best regards.

Lisa and Bernie
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Robert Martin" <robert.martin at cfu.net>
To: <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Monday, March 28, 2011 3:21 AM
Subject: [nagdu] Inquiry From New List Member


> Good Morning,
>
> I subscribed to this list over the weekend.  I have been a long-term cane 
> user but am now convinced that a dog guide will provide greater freedom 
> and flexibility in my world.  I am scheduled to receive training and a dog 
> this summer.  I am wondering if there are any public school or university 
> teachers on this list who are dog users.  I have wondered how the dogs 
> function in an environment in which they are on the job among lots of 
> people and in a variety of meetings for eight hours daily.  In addition to 
> being a teacher, I am also a university department head and spend a good 
> deal of time behind my desk dealing with paperwork, students, faculty, and 
> other administrators.  Will the dog become excessively restless and do the 
> dogs simply adapt reasonably rapidly.
>
> I have no problem providing the dog with long walks daily and a good 
> environment at home where it will be taken care of and played with but I 
> have wondered how the dogs handle the stress of the work environment. 
> Anyone with experience who wishes to comment on this will be much 
> appreciated.
>
> On another matter, I am curious as to whether there is much traffic on 
> this list.
>
> Information will be welcome.
>
> Regards,
>
> Bob Martin
>
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