[nagdu] Command Warm-ups

[Sean Robertson via nagdu]

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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