[nagdu] Finding Certain Things

[Hannah Chadwick]

Pilot does not teach their dogs to find chairs or trash cans which are two
very important things I would like my guide to know how to find; I wouldn't
want to sit on someone's lap lol, and it would definitely be great if my dog
can find a trash can for me to deposit her poop after picking it up lol. So
far I believe that all the dogs are taught to find a curb when approaching
the street or stairs.
They don't do clicker training either, but it sounds to me that clicker is a
great way for the dogs to learn; I am interested in looking in to it once I
bond with Princess more.
I've heard and observed that poodles are definitely very smart, but not all
chairs look alike so wouldn't that make it difficult to ask them to find a
chair?

-----Original Message-----
From: nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
Of marilyn
Sent: Sunday, January 29, 2012 5:15 AM
To: NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users
Subject: Re: [nagdu] Finding Certain Things

Hi Hannah,
GDF teaches there dogs the find command. All we do as guide dog users is
enforce what the dog is already taught. Anna can find seats, trash cans ,
elevator, steps , doors and etc. just by telling her. If its a place your
going back to and there the first time , pat what it is name it , give her a
treat and tell her find it. Then give your dog  lots of praise. I am out in
the field a lot going to different buildings that I have never been before
from my job and she is great finding things. It can be confusing for the dog
if there are lots of door or elevators. I have had that happen in the NY
State building.  I also use the command find the way a lot. When leaving a
place we back track our steps .
Marilyn and Anna
----- Original Message -----
From: "Hannah Chadwick" <sparklylicious at suddenlink.net>
To: "'NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users'" 
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Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2012 3:24 PM
Subject: [nagdu] Finding Certain Things


> Hey All,
> I was just wondering what your experiences have been in terms of 
> teaching your dogs new commands such as finding things - an empty 
> seat, trash cans, doors, etc. I have heard that it is possible to 
> teach your dog to find certain things, and I'm definitely interested 
> in doing that once I get settled with my dog.
> Cheers, Hannah
>
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