[nagdu] Before and after class

Wed Jun 5 19:45:17 UTC 2013

They work! Bread bags, the store bags, those the pet stores sell and for the 
vet, I use a medium ziplock.
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From: "Margo and Arrow" <margo.downey at verizon.net>
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>I use grocery bags--the ones that are plastic with handles.
>
> Margo and Arrow
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tina Thomas
> Sent: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 3:26 PM
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> Rebecca- I don't like using sandwich bags as poop bags either.  First off,
> they are very small and you can't get your ghand through them and pick up
> properly. Besides that, those bags are made for sandwich storage. 
> However,
> I do find the vegetable  and fruit bags much easier to use.
> Tina and the girls
>
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> From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Star Gazer
> Sent: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 11:49 AM
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> I've never liked using the sandwich bags as poop bags, probably because I
> associate them with sandwiches, and everybody knows the adage "You don't
> s*** where you eat".
> It's really just personal preference though.
>
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> From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Cindy Ray
> Sent: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 2:30 PM
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> Subject: Re: [nagdu] Before and after class
>
> I like the idea of the conference call before class to meet t he others in
> the class, learn your room numbers and instructor, and a few extras. TSE
> used to send out a recording or other material, but we didn't know the
> instructor until we reached school. I don't actually mind this so much, 
> but
> that does seem like a nice touch.
>
> I sure wouldn't buy toys. I have found it increasingly unlikely that I s
> hould buy any until I've been home for a while. Many are expensive, and
> often my dogs don't want the ones I chose. I don't know why.
>
> CL
>
> On Jun 5, 2013, at 1:26 PM, "Jenine Stanley" <jeninems at wowway.com> wrote:
>
>> This info is specific to GDF but it's probably not that dissimilar to
>> other schools.
>>
>> We have a pre-class conference call the Wednesday before each class.
>> It gives you a chance to meet your instructors and fellow classmates.
>> The instructors go over all of the info you will need, including
>> things to bring to class. They also tell you handy things like your
>> room number and room phone.
>>
>> For my money, travel light. We do not cover baggage fees for oversized
>> luggage, even for employees. Ask me how I know this one. <grin>
>>
>> Bring comfortable, broken in shoes. Bring one nice outfit for photos
>> and Celebration Sunday.
>>
>> We have laundry facilities so never fear on that score.
>>
>> You will also go home with some dog food to transition your dog with
>> if you decide to feed something different. Each dog has its own diet
>> and though we generally feed Natural Balance Synergy, we have other
>> foods we use for some dogs. All this will be explained once you
>> receive
> your dog.
>>
>> Regarding things to get for when you come home, you will receive a
>> bowl, brush and Nylabone and a bed chain.
>>
>> I wouldn't get any toys until you get to know your dog. You will have
>> opportunities to visit pet stores during class.
>>
>> Jenine Stanley
>> jeninems at wowway.com
>> http://www.twitter.com/jeninems
>>
>>
>>
>>
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