[NAGDU] Taking my dog to college football games

[Gary]

hello all:

I haven't been able to read everything on this thread yet but I agree with those who say not taking is a better idea.  I ended up taking my previous dog to the opening ceremonies for the 2012 Paralympics in London. before that he didn't seem bothered by loud noises but after that experience he was a lot more skidish.  is the game really that important right now?  The other thing is others who go to such loud sporting events have used something called mutt muffs which is ear protection for dogs.  they might help keep a dog calm in loud environments as well.

good luck in whatever you decide.

gary


On September 16, 2017 11:48:51 AM EDT, Alysha via NAGDU <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>My first dog was never bothered by loud music, thunder, or the sound of
>fireworks at a distance when he was young. However, I took him to my
>grandfather's funeral several years into our partnership where there
>was a
>21 gun salute, and after that, his anxiety around loud noises became
>immediately much worse. That anxiety continued for the rest of his
>life. I
>would be extremely reluctant to bring a new dog to a game where there
>will
>be fireworks because of this experience. Your dog may be totally fine,
>but
>just be aware of the risks.
>
>Best,
>Alysha
>
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>Hi,
>
>I plan on taking my seeing eye dog to our local college football games.
>What should I do to get him ready for the crowd and excitement? There
>are
>fireworks, but only when the at home team gets points. How would he
>handle
>this without muttmuffs?
>? We planned on going tonight. Is this too soon?
>
>
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