[nagdu] Distractions update

[Cindy Ray]

Ah, Sheri, that is great news. It sounds as if your dog is really responsive to what you did. Congratulations. It is rare that the others involved in situations like that are that helpful, too. Keep up the good work.

Cindy Lou

On Sep 21, 2012, at 8:53 AM, Sheri Anderson wrote:

> To all who gave me wonderful advice about doggy distractions, thank you.
> 
> Just a quick update. Yesterday I left work early to learn a new route
> in the city I live in, not work in.
> 
> The route was pleasant and finishing up by returning to the car, my
> guide dog and I happened upon several ladies walking their dogs. I
> began to use obedience, (sit, down, sit, etc) and it worked
> fabulously. My guide dog did continue to watch the other dogs and
> whimper a little, but she did not stop working. I will also add that
> the owners of the other dogs were amazing as well. They stopped what
> they were doing, and allowed me to work. So my guide dog got a lot of
> practice in a mutually respectful environment.
> 
> Again, thanks to everyone for your suggestions. I am happy to know
> there is a resource such as we are able to give one another. Hopefully
> I will be able to pay it forward very soon.
> 
> Warmly,
> Sheri
> 
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