[nagdu] They know the dog is working?

[Danielle Sykora]

I generally find it extremely irritating when people tell me how
difficult it is for them to restrain from petting my dog. I also think
it is very disrespectful for people to act as if I am cruel for not
allowing interactions, particularly when they do not seem to
understand that he is not a therapy dog.

I tend to respond to people's treatment of the dog with the same
attitude they present. If they ask politely if they can pet him, I
will politely tell them no and give a short explanation. If they walk
right up to my dog and pet him without saying a word to me or pet him
after I said not to, I am not going to be extremely kind about it. I
find that many people seem to think it is OK to talk to my dog even
after I tell them not to pet him. In these situations, I usually
redirect my dog's attention and move away or stand between my dog and
the person. My dog is generally not too excited by people talking to
him but wags his tail and looks at someone extending their hand toward
him to pet.

Many people assume that if my dog is out of harness or not actively
guiding, he Is not working. This leads people to come to the
conclusion that these are perfect times to pet. Because my dog
leash-guides, I would rather keep petting to a minimum to avoid
confusion.

Danielle and Thai


On 12/29/14, Debby Phillips via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Hi Cindy, you can respond off list.  Did you do a CPE? I'm just
> wondering if perhaps doing volunteer chaplain work might be
> something I could do.  How did you get involved in doing that? Do
> they offer volunteer positions? Will your volunteering ever lead
> to a paid position? Sorry, I'm just curious.    Blessings,
> Debby and Neena who's going crazy.  It's like 20 degrees, but
> with wind-chill that makes it feel like five.  I stepped outside
> a few minutes ago and thought I was going to freeze.  I'll need
> to bundle up in a few minutes and go for a walk with Neena,
> though I'd rather not.  Brrr!
>
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