[NAGDU] Guide dog school videos

Wed Apr 15 18:29:57 UTC 2020

Thanks Danielle.

> On Apr 15, 2020, at 2:28 PM, Danielle Sykora via NAGDU <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> I copied and pasted the links to the two videos sent out by GDF so
> far, along with the written descriptions of the behaviors. Hopefully
> the links actually copied.
> 
> video 1: give kiss
> https://youtu.be/uGRgqtLB-y4.
> 
> This is a simple, yet fun, trick that you can teach your dog very
> quickly! This approach on how to teach your dog to “give kiss”
> utilizes tactile techniques
> so almost anyone can teach it. It requires very few supplies and will
> result in a fun behavior that everybody will enjoy watching.
> 
> Supplies you will need:
> 
> Treat pouch or Ziploc bag
> 
> Kibble
> 
> Clicker (optional)
> 
> A verbal marker “yes!” can be used interchangeably with the clicker.
> Just keep your tone of voice consistent and the timing the same! (In
> the video, Anna
> is using a clicker. If you choose to use a verbal marker, it would be
> said at the same time you hear the click.)
> 
> A sticky note or small piece of paper with tape
> 
> Steps:
> 
> First, we will teach our dog to target the sticky note with their
> nose. In the video, I am using a 2x2 inch piece of cardboard that is a
> little bit smaller
> than my palm. Place the sticky note on the palm of your open hand.
> 
> Present your hand with the sticky note target close to your dog’s
> face. The moment you feel your dog’s nose touch your palm, mark the
> behavior with a click
> or verbal cue, such as “yes!” to the dog. Reward the dog with a piece of kibble.
> 
> Repeat this step to your dog until you get quick and clean responses!
> Once your dog is immediately touching the sticky note target on your
> palm after being
> rewarded with kibble, you are ready to move on to the next step.
> 
> With the sticky note still on your palm, place the back of your hand
> to your cheek (or wherever you’d like to teach your dog to give you a
> kiss). You will
> probably have to sit on the floor so that your cheek is level with the
> dog’s head. Again, when the dog touches the sticky note with their
> nose, mark the
> behavior with a click or verbal “yes!” Reward the dog with a piece of
> kibble. Continue until you get quick and clean responses.
> 
> Now is the first sneaky part, slyly take the sticky note off your palm
> and stick it on your cheek. I like to do this when my dog is busy
> chewing a piece
> of kibble. Face your cheek toward your dog’s face.
> 
> When the dog touches the sticky note on your cheek with their nose,
> mark the behavior with a click or verbal cue “yes!” Reward the dog
> with a piece of
> kibble. As you progress, you will be able to sit more naturally and
> still have the dog touch the target.
> 
> Repeat this step until the dog, again, is quickly and cleanly offering
> the behavior. When you have achieved this, you can begin adding a
> verbal cue, such
> as “give kiss!” the moment before the dog begins the behavior, that
> is, after the click and food reward are delivered.
> 
> Once the dog appears to have an understanding of targeting the sticky
> note on your cheek with the verbal cue, you can take the sticky note
> away. Continue
> to give the verbal “give kiss!” while presenting your cheek and
> rewarding when your dog follows through. You’ve now taught your dog to
> give you a kiss
> on the cheek!
> 
> Please remember that training a new trick to your dog takes patience!
> Do not expect your dog to learn the full trick after just one session
> as it appears
> in the video. Take your time getting clean results for each step
> before moving on to the next one. Also remember, if you ended on step
> 3 after finishing
> one session, you will most likely have to begin at step 2 or even 1
> the next time you practice. Have patience and enjoy watching your dog
> think!
> 
> 
> 
> video 2
> Video on using a scratch board:
> Cameron’s video
> 
> Supplemental video including audio descriptions of behaviors:
> Lauren’s video
> 
> 
> What is a Scratchboard?
> 
> A scratchboard is a tool that allows your dog to file their own nails
> under your guidance. Not all dogs love having their feet handled, and
> it can become
> a negative experience they try to avoid. A solution to that is
> teaching them how to file their own nails through natural behaviors,
> such as digging. A
> scratchboard is the same idea as a nail file for a human. It is a
> solid board covered in fine-medium coarse sandpaper, which, when
> elevated, allows the
> dog to scratch and slowly grind down the edges of their nails. This is
> something you may want to do once every one to two weeks. A few swipes
> at the board
> is enough to file your dog’s nails. You can either purchase a pre-made
> scratchboard or you can make one at home with a few simple materials.
> 
> Where to purchase:
> www.scratchpadfordogs.com
> 
> How to make your own: Here is a link to a DIY website with
> instructions and videos
> https://www.dogtrainingnation.com/how-to-train-a-dog/building-a-dog-nail-scratchboard/
> 
> You must teach your dog how to use a scratchboard. Most dogs can learn
> the basics of scratching the board in a few short sessions, but not
> all dogs are
> the same. Below are some guidelines for you to use. If you have any
> questions, feel free to reach out to our instructors for assistance!
> 
> How to make it a paws-itive experience
> 
> list of 6 items
> •
> Gather up your marker pouch full of kibble and your clicker!
> list of 1 items nesting level 1
> ◦
> You can also use your marker word in place of a click.
> list end nesting level 1
> •
> Keep sessions short! Three to five minutes is plenty and will leave
> your dog wanting more.
> •
> When teaching this behavior, use a smooth board, like a cutting board,
> so that you don’t have to worry about your dog filing their nails down
> too far during
> the learning process.
> •
> Even after your dog has a good understanding of the behavior, continue
> to keep sessions short so that your dog doesn’t wear their nails down
> too far and
> cause the nails to bleed.
> •
> When you begin shaping this new behavior, your pup might throw out
> some incorrect guesses like targeting it with their nose. Don't worry
> about it! You
> can ignore the incorrect behaviors or reset your pup by gently pushing
> them back.
> •
> Raise your expectations slowly enough so that your dog is successful
> the majority of the time. If there is a pause of five seconds or more
> between clicks,
> you can return to the step at which your dog was previously
> successful. Next, find a criteria that's easier for your dog to meet –
> for example, raise the
> board only half as far as you did before.
> list end
> 
> Training – Step by Step
> 
> list of 14 items
> 1.
> Find somewhere comfortable to sit where you can hold the scratch board
> at various angles, starting with it flat on the ground
> 2.
> Have your clicker/marker word ready to fire and lay the scratch board
> on the ground. You may need to hold it steady with one or both hands.
> Some clients
> may find it helpful to place the short end of the board on their toes
> so that they can have tactile feedback from the pressure of the dog’s
> paw on the
> board in addition to the auditory feedback.
> 3.
> Encourage your dog to walk over and investigate the scratch board.
> Focus on their front feet only right now. If one paw touches the
> board, even just a
> little, click/mark then use the food reward to lure your dog about one
> foot away from the board.
> 4.
> Continue to encourage your dog to step on the board, clicking/marking
> each time their paw makes contact. Remain at this step until your pup
> is stepping
> on the board with purpose and immediately returning to that behavior
> after the click/mark.
> 5.
> Next, lift the short end of the board about one inch off the ground.
> You can use a book or your knees to prop it up so your fingers don’t
> get pinched when
> your dog steps on the board.
> 6.
> If your dog had a good understanding of steps 3 and 4, they should
> quickly offer to step on the board again. When one paw steps on the
> board, click/mark
> then use the food reward to lure your dog about one foot away from the board.
> 7.
> Repeat this for at least five reps, only moving on if your dog
> immediately returns to stepping on the board after eating their
> kibble. If your dog seems
> confused at step 6, you can return to verbal encouragement or point at
> the board to get your pup to step on the board.
> 8.
> Continue to lift the short end of the board farther off the ground a
> few inches at a time, making the angle of the board steeper. At each
> level, you want
> to make sure that your pup is readily offering the behavior before
> moving onto a steeper angle presentation.
> 9.
> If at any point your dog loses confidence and stops offering the
> behavior immediately after eating their food reward, you can lower the
> board back to the
> spot where they were last successful. When you feel that they are
> ready to move on, change the angle only about half as much as before.
> 10.
> Once the board reaches about 45 degrees to the ground, your dog will
> be more likely to scratch rather than firmly step on the board. Don’t
> get excited
> and move too quickly by raising the board once you get here, though!
> As the angle gets steeper, your dog may need a bit more time to
> understand your new
> expectations, which is to scratch the board.
> 11.
> Your final goal is to have your board close to perpendicular to the
> ground so that your dog is evenly filing their entire nail.
> 12.
> If you find that your dog has a strong preference for only scratching
> with one foot, return to the beginning of these steps. Only click/mark
> your pup for
> stepping, then scratching with their opposite paw for a session or
> two. You will withhold your click if they use their dominant paw.
> After one or two sessions
> of selecting for the less dominant paw, you can return
> clicking/marking for both feet.
> 13.
> Once your dog shows a strong understanding of scratching the board
> with both feet, you can begin to click/mark after a varying number of
> scratches. Sometimes
> mark after two scratches, other times wait for five scratches, etc.
> 14.
> Now that your dog has a foundation for scratching the board evenly
> with both paws, you can introduce the scratch board with sandpaper
> glued or taped on.
> You may need to briefly return to holding the board at an incline for
> a couple repetitions until your dog understands that they can also
> scratch the new
> board.
> list end
> 
> Things to keep in mind
> 
> list of 4 items
> •
> Have fun! This is a tool to make your dog more comfortable. Keep your
> sessions short and exciting.
> •
> Medium coarseness is preferred as it is an all-purpose grit and easier
> for a dog to learn on. This grade of sandpaper is less likely to
> irritate your dog’s
> paw pads as they are learning or to overfile its nails to the quick.
> •
> If your dog is having a difficult time learning how to use the board
> you can always use a higher value treat compared to their normal dog
> food (Pup-Peroni®
> or jerky treats). Also, take baby steps! There is no need to rush this process.
> •
> This can be used for a dog’s back paws but we find that most of our
> dog’s hind paw nails are naturally filed on day-to-day tasks. You can
> contact us for
> advice if you want an extra challenge for you and your dog.
> list end
> 
> 
> On 4/15/20, Jenine Stanley via NAGDU <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Hi Everyone,
>> 
>> I’m currently without a dog. My Roger retired March 1 and is living with his
>> puppy raiser. We still have my husband’s dog, Linus, though.
>> 
>> I know that several of the guide dog schools put out videos for their grads
>> with fun things to do while there is limited access to working your dog. Can
>> anyone here post links to such videos?
>> 
>> Granted, Linus is 9.5 bout he’s just as bored as we are.
>> 
>> Thanks.
>> 
>> 
>> 
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