[nagdu] moving to a new city: suggestions?

[Greg Aikens]

Because this is a place you plan on spending some time, take the time to explore new places with your cane before bringing the pup along, at least to start. This will give you more confidence and help you be relaxed for him. I never did this much with my first dog but when I got my current dog, I had been living in my city for a year and using a cane. I really think my familiarity made the transition far easier.

-Greg

> On Jan 15, 2015, at 7:58 PM, Debby Phillips via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> Hi Aleeha, when are you moving? If you have a little time before you move, you might go to that city and walk around a bit, maybe take a friend? Go to a restaurant or somewhere where you feel relaxed, and above all, you have to act like you're not stressed.  You know, fake it til you make it.  (Smile).  If you can do that, then that will go a long way towards helping him.  Do obedience, (I know that sounds weird) but it establishes boundaries, is something that he's familiar with, and he gets lots of praise.  At your new place, play with him a lot, and cuddle (if he likes that).  You have to act like this is the most exciting thing in the world.  I know this is all hard, I've had to move a lot on my own, and it's just not fun.  If this is for a new job, perhaps your state will provide some OandM for you.  And call Seeing Eye.  Talk it through with one of the instructors.  They will have good ideas, and will be really supportive.  And if someone's going to be in your area anyway, they might send someone to help you, especially since this is your first dog, right? You can write me privately if you'd like.  We're on another list together too, so write and ask for prayer.  (Smile).    Blessings,    Debby people Neena
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