[nagdu] Fingers crossed

[Tracy Carcione]

Hi Abigail.
Good luck with class!
As for settling, I think doing their job helps settle a new dog.  And
keeping a regular schedule for a while, as best you can.  And staying calm
and positive.
As for speeding up the bonding process, I don't think there's much you can
do.  Just relax and let it happen.  Ever meet anyone who's anxious to be
your best pal, right now?  It's a bit off-putting.  Your dog will bond to
you in its own time.  Some do right away, and some need to get used to you
for a while, but, so long as you feed the dog, pet it, and play with it when
it wants to, it will happen.  Just relax and enjoy it, as best you can.
Class can be stressful.  Hope yours goes well.
Tracy


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Subject: [nagdu] Fingers crossed

Hi all. 
In one week, Jada goes to her new home. And my mom and I start the drive to
Michigan. I go into class next Sunday.
After I return home with my new dog, I have only two days to settle before
classes start. I already know my college campus with a guide dog and a cane,
so orientation is not going to be my problem. But, do you guys have any
advice on ways to help a dog settle in that short amount of time? Also, is
there anything I can do while in the guide dog class to help the dog trust
me more? And make the transition easier?
Any and all advice is greatly appreciated.


Abigail Bolling 

Wright State University-2019: Social Work

"Keep a smile on your face and a song in your heart, and just let the music
play." (Julie Anderson Diamond)
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