[nagdu] question for owner trainers

[Marsha Drenth]

Hi, 

I know this is not totally a guide dog subject, but I have a guide dog who I want to teach. Specifically to those owner trainers, where  do I look for information,or to whom do I speak to about how to train my pup to alert to sounds? I found a few videos on YouTube, but if I can't see them, they do no good. I want my pup to alert to my name, the door bell, a honking horn, and other things. Both in my home and out in public. I would like for her to nudge me with her nose for the alerting. I have been trying to do this with my very basic knowledge of how to train pups, but its not been working. Alot of what I have been finding uses the clicker to positive reforcement. But if I can't hear the sound, how do I know to click. I recently found out that my hearing loss is now at a 90DB loss. I am struggling. My pup is great, she is super smart. I of course need her to guide, and to do her balance work, but its now I must have an alert dog. Please don't tell me to consult my school. I am looking for resources, information, anything that will help. Also please do not tell me that a guide dog can't do these tasks. my dog is capable of anything, just as all service animals are. your welcome to email me offlist at marsha.drenth at gmail.com 

thank you 

Marsha drenth  
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