[nagdu] Brochure suggestions

[Marion Gwizdala]

Elizabeth,
    I appreciate your input. Unfortunately, the deadline to submit the text 
for this piece has come and gone; however, I will keep your suggestions for 
future edits.

Fraternally yours,
Marion



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Elizabeth Rene" <emrene at earthlink.net>
To: <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Monday, May 16, 2011 2:53 PM
Subject: [nagdu] Brochure suggestions


> Dear Marion,
>
> Thank you for your excellent work on the guide dog brochure.
>
> And I think the suggestions made in today's postings  have been great.
>
> I wonder if I could submit one more.
>
> RE Section 7: I think the language about leash corrections given when 
> verbal
> reprimands fail might be misleading in that observers of a leash 
> correction
> given immediately to check misbehavior could conclude that the handler 
> acted
> inappropriately.  They might expect progressive discipline, such as that
> given employees in the workplace.  To my understanding, immediate and
> effective correction of misbehavior followed by immediate and enthusiastic
> praise for responsive good behavior is the recommended SOP for guide dog
> handlers.  Sometimes a leash correction is the most effective and discreet 
> intervention.  My understanding, too, is that the standard leash 
> correction
> consists of both a tug and release, the release being just as important as
> the tug, so that the dog is not choked or dragged where the handler wants 
> to
> go (I've learned this from GDB, GDA, and TSE).
>
> So here's my alternative language for Section 7:
>
>
> Consistent discipline is key to a successful guide dog team. Verbal 
> admonitions or leash corrections may be given, alone or together at the 
> instant of  misbehavior, as the handler deems appropriate.  A leash 
> correction is a firm but quick tightening and release of the dog's collar, 
> followed by praise for responsive good behavior.   This does not hurt the 
> dog; it calls its attention back to duty.  Discipline is not punishment or 
> the venting of the handler's anger; it assures the dog that its handler is 
> in charge.  It enhances the dog's feelings of security and self-confidence 
> within the team.  Consistent discipline is kind.
>
>
>
> Thanks again for your good work.
>
>
>
> Elizabeth
>
>
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