[nagdu] guide dog question

[d m gina]

Hi there,
I also agree with you.
My dog is a diver, and I am having him wear the canny collar.
When I correct him I give a gentle correction which calms him down rite away.
This morning we went to a funeral, where there was another guide dog he 
had not seen before.
he took a step and I gently pulled back wich calmed him down rite away.
I would be interested in knowing if a flat collar is used, how do you 
correct the dog.
You wouldn't get the chance to do the same way as the choke collar or 
what we use.
I still have the collar on my dog with all of his tags, that won't come off.
Interesting topic.
Jessica was busy at the time I called.
So if I don't hear from her, I understand this busy time of month with 
all of the activities we get involved in.
With the dogs going to many Christmas parties and all of the food, I 
can see why it would be ever tempting for them.
I hope others come back and share how they correct with a flat collar.
Original message:
> Jessica,

> I have the book on T-Touch and have used the technique with my current
> two dogs.  They really enjoy it.  I can't think of any possible reason
> why a person would object to T-Touch.  It's just a distinct way of
> touching or massaging the dog.   There aren't any side effects, other
> than being relaxed.  Some of the schools teach some of the T-Touch
> techniques.  Attending a T-Touch workshop is on my things to do someday
> list.  You are so lucky to have had a private session!

> As far as your collar question...that is a very personal choice.  It is
> possible to work a guide in a flat collar.  I know of several people who
> do.  However if you should is an entirely different issue.  I think you
> have to figure out what your personal philosophy of dog handling is.
> Then figure out if you have the skills and ability to work your dog
> within that belief system.   I believe that each dog and each handler
> have a unique way of interacting that is best for that particular team.
> The same dog with a different handler and a different set of techniques
> might work better.  Same thing with a different dog and the same handler
> needing to figure out what works best.

> Julie




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