[nagdu] How Guide Dogs Help

[Larry D. Keeler]

When I could see, I used both my vission little that iw was, and my cane. 
For example, if I was really familiar with an area, I might not use my cane. 
However, I would usually have it tucked under my arm ready to use if I 
became uncertain about what I was or wasn't seeing!
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "melissa padron" <fuzzylucky2021 at sbcglobal.net>
To: "NAGDU Mailing List,the National Association of Guide Dog Users" 
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Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2012 7:29 PM
Subject: Re: [nagdu] How Guide Dogs Help


Just a general question...
When not using your guide dog for some reason (such as the dog not feeling 
well) do you rely on a cane to get you somewhere or use whatever vision you 
have?

Melissa


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 From: Julie J. <julielj at neb.rr.com>
To: "NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users" 
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Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2012 5:49 PM
Subject: Re: [nagdu] How Guide Dogs Help

Definitely yes. Different guides have varying strengths and weaknesses. My 
first guide was an overhanging obstacle genius. Belle was good at being 
content with doing the same route repeatedly. Monty is good at remembering 
where we've been and what is probable that we'll be doing next and making 
suggestions.

Each of them also had things that weren't so appreciated. Monty doesn't like 
to follow other people. He's also impatient when we have to be in long 
meetings or waiting for whatever reason.

I think working with a guide dog is a two way street though. I'm not even 
close to perfect. I'm sure it's confusing when I give a hand gesture for 
turning right and I say left.   I insist on some things in a guide, 
excellent house manners, good obstacle work, a strong sense of self, 
internal motivation to work, and some other things that are important to me. 
Some things just aren't that important to me or don't bother me. I don't 
mind a bit of barking at home. I am okay with Monty's parallel routs instead 
of a true follow.

So yes, when we talk about what guide dogs can do, it's more of a general 
thing. Each individual dog may not excel in each of these areas.

Julie


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