[nagdu] Command Warm-ups
Sean Robertson via nagdu
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Mon May 26 17:51:45 UTC 2014
I use to work with my dog on all this everyday. I did stuf like sit stay
and down just to name some.
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From: "Kristen via nagdu" <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
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Sent: Monday, May 26, 2014 1:19 PM
Subject: [nagdu] Command Warm-ups
> Hi everyone--
>
> How often do you do obedience with your guide, practicing and reviewing
> commands? Also, how long do you spend on it, and what particular commands
> do you go over?
>
> When I was in training with Corvette last summer, they had us reviewing
> commands every morning. I've done it sporadically over the school year, as
> I thought he was doing well and had his commands down. Now, I began taking
> him outside every morning for the last few days to warm up. I feel there
> are some commands he could be more familiar with (maybe he's forgotten
> them or just being lazy), and this has seemed to let him know that I am in
> control and not to tug in whatever direction he chooses. (For example, if
> I am walking outside and he sees cars, he will immediately tug that way,
> wanting to get in one as fast as he can to leave. Another thing with
> Corvette is trying to get him out from under things, such as desks,
> restaurant tables, and out of the car. He's become a little stubborn,
> wanting to stay put when I'm ready to leave.)
>
> If he has forgotten or slacked on a command, any recommendations on how to
> reteach or develop new ones?
>
> Thanks for any suggestions/input! The school I attended, KSDS, has lots of
> documentation; however, none of which is in Braille or an accessible
> format. I would like to have this, as he is my first guide, and we're
> still getting used to everything. I'm going to a retreat there this July
> to hopefully help us fine tune a few skills.
> --
> Kristen
>
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