[nagdu] Poodles and other Cute Breeds

[The Pawpower Pack]

Julie, 
This is so well said!  I hear many handlers talking about advocating for equal and adult-like treatment from programs. But then, at the first sign of trouble, many people go running straight to the program, like big brother, and not even ask the handler about the behaviors in a kind, non-judging way.  
Everyone has, at one time, either made mistakes with their dog, or the dog has had a bad day, or has had  some issues, either because of an attack or what have you.  The person who says their dogs are perfect all the time is full of hooey!  So then, if we have all had a rough time of it at some point, do we then treat one another like children.  We can not do this and then expect programs not to follow our lead.  
Darla, I realize you were not doing this and I wish you the best. You are a kind and compassionate person, This kind of thing is never easy. 


 Rox and the kitchen Bitches: 
Mill'E, Laveau, Soleil
Pawpower4me at gmail.com
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> On Oct 27, 2014, at 11:03 AM, "Julie J. via nagdu" <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> Over the years I've seen a lot of pretty harsh criticisms of other handlers. There have been detailed descriptions of what they did wrong and idle chat about reporting them to their school or the manager at the business or the leader of the organization.  It really bothers me.  It's like kindergarteners tattling to the teacher.  If it's a person you know, why can't you pull them aside and speak to them privately.  Yes, it's uncomfortable.  Yes, it's awkward.  And yes, it's what responsible, compassionate and supportive adults do.  Isn't that what we all want, to be supportive of each other?  What's wrong with telling the person straight out something like, "I care about you and I want to continue to be friends. When you let your dog wander about it bothers me.  What can I do to help and support you?"
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> When I was at convention with Jetta and she was sniffing inappropriately, I really appreciated when Kayde let me know.  She was kind about it.  I wasn't offended at all.  I think she said something like, "Jetta is sniffing me. It doesn't bother me, but I know you  are working on good manners with her." I so appreciated that.  It gave me the information I needed, was very respectful and allowed me the opportunity to remedy the situation.
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