[nagdu] first-time convention attendee (with a dog, that is)

[Elizabeth Campbell via nagdu]

Hi Marion,

What a great idea to have mentors for those bringing their guides to
Convention for the first time.

Sorry that I can't be in Orlando this summer, or I would definitely help out
with the project as I've had good experiences with my dogs at our
conventions.

I believe having them with us can prove to be invaluable in many ways.

Best

Liz

-----Original Message-----
From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Marion Gwizdala
via nagdu
Sent: Thursday, May 29, 2014 11:22 AM
To: 'NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users'
Subject: Re: [nagdu] first-time convention attendee (with a dog, that is)

Aleeha,
	One of the things we are doing this year is pairing up first time
delegates with guide dogs with experienced ones. This mentoring program is
being coordinated by Tina Thomas and Julie McGinnity. I will also try to
send out a message concerning tips for guide dog users at convention, unles
someone beats me to it!

Marion



-----Original Message-----
From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Aleeha Dudley via
nagdu
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2014 9:28 PM
To: NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users
Subject: [nagdu] first-time convention attendee (with a dog, that is)

Hi all,
    As the subject line says, I will be attending my first convention this
summer with my guide from The Seeing Eye. This will be my third convention,
but first with Dallas. Are there any tips or tricks that you guys have used
in the past to keep yourself and your dog calm throughout what I am sure is
a stressful experience? How do you deal with dogs who might not be under the
best control? What is your strategy for an aggressive dog that approaches
you? These ar just a couple of questions, but I know I have a lot more that
will crop up.
I'm sure convention with a dog is a great experience, albeit different. I do
not want to borrow trouble, but I do want to be prepared. I would love to
hear different people's experiences.
Thanks,
Aleeha Dudley and Dallas
email: blindcowgirl1993 at gmail.com

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