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Laura is a certified guide dog mobility instructor (GDMI), certified service dog trainer (Atlas CT), certified dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and certified trick dog trainer (CTDI). She's also an AKC CGC Evaluator. Laura has been training and placing service dogs for 15 years and can show you how to raise and train your dog the service dog way!
Not if the dog has an appropriate temperament for the work. Here's a video you can use to help assess whether or not they might be a good fit: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-I_oC3hCRYDQ.html
I know I will have problems with: 1. having a Havanese for a service dog 2. being that she is a psych service dog that needs to be able to be held in my hands. so many say 'oh I have anxiety, too. I should get a dog.' Too many claim anxiety for just having worries, not something debilitating.
An animal petting zoo with llamas and lots of kids at a busy supermarket. That was a challenge. Luckily (and surprisingly) we had come across llamas on a farm stay walk and had plenty of time to sit and practise about a month early. Eps is good with stay most of the time. When other dogs or excited people are focused on her and approaching it tends to be one of the more difficult tasks as Eps would love to leap up and say hello.
If you're asking if people can have a service dog that can help them with PTSD, then yes. But it really depends on your disability. I would speak to your medical team, as well as a service dog professional. My Service Dog 101 course might also be helpful if you're just starting out. It will help you understand the laws, regulations, timelines, and what its really like to handle a service dog. courses.doggyu.com/p/service-dog-101
Fire stations... get one of them to dress in their bunker gear to include face mask. I've seen well trained service dogs break over that one. While there, they can do the siren, air horn, diesel engines (the exhaust pipe can be a serious distraction as you walk past it) and if they have an ambulance practice being loaded on the stretcher and being put inside the vehicle. Then have the dog load into the ambulance with you. You would be surprised how many stations are very open to this training. Try it at what would be the first in station to your house. They learn about you and your needs, you learn about what they can and can't do with a service dog in medical emergencies, and your dog get a preview of potential situations. I've done this with my training group a couple of times now and it's a great training day for everyone.
I guess I should add the stay being practiced as they approach the dog and also when you're being loaded so they don't get under foot and get hurt or get you hurt.
My odd one is those refrigerators that have all the drinks at gas stations or stores. Idk what my dog hears but he is NOT a fan. I have to really make him stay. Without a command, he will not go near them.
Ooo sounds like an opportunity to play the "touch the butt" game with him. Do you work on shaping for novel objects at home? Might be a great thing to work on and then bring to the fridge scenario!
I we saw a squirrel (I think) on her potty break (no gear on) we both looked at it and I told her to “leave it” and she was like “fineeee mom😑” and happily ever after,off-duty she would probably would chase it no questions asked lol 😂
Not so much as for a stay, but socialization in general … all the types of things people don’t consider a dog might come in contact with: people in hats, umbrellas - both already opened and them opening - strollers, walkers, canes. Pretty much anything that’s a potential could be in the real world, should’ve already been exposed to them when it wouldn’t be as nerve wracking.
A rabbit. That's it. And it nearly broke his brain to remain by my side and not tear off after it. Anything else he's chill and could care less about but that darn Peter Cottentail...
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Have you tried it on a dog bed or couch? Keep your cookie super low. Here's another video that shows the hip tip that might be helpful: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-wvbY5t4kr4c.html
Hi ServicedogSully - I don't tend to give out my medical info over the internet, but some of the tasks she does are medication retrieve, blocking, watch, general retrieves, DPT and go get help, just to name a few.
This is me with collars 😂 I had so many collars at one point and now I’m down to not very many but I’m starting to build it up again lol I don’t have a car for crates for the money for those😂one day!
The emotional maturity to be able to do tasks in high distraction enviroments and taking the time to reach that space with grace and success. Handler emotional balance is a huge part. Handler emotional stability conbining with dogs being responsible for tasks can be difficult. If this inexperienced handler is having a tough day giving calm and rewarding, possibly cheerful and light cues can be very hard. Eps senses emotional states better than humans and facades of good cheer are not nearly as effective. Some days improving skills with cues may feel like what we should be doing. Having gentle days that are more bonding and less about reaching a perceived as necessary milestones are much more effective. Owner training with emotional vulnerability holds its' challenges. I am so grateful to have a smart young dog who can usually let me know when she is sensing I am not doing great and pushing for more is not a sensible option. She has a look that she gives me... I read it as "really, surely not today when you are a bit wobbly with emotions". Slow is fast. You explained the dynamics so well DoggyU. I am grateful.
I certainly agree with you about some breeds being more effective as AD candidates. I was seeking a dog to take on and followed family recommendations. I would not trade Eps for the world but... Taking on a 7month old rodent chasing breed was not the best option. She is young, enthusiastic, energetic, sensative and a real handful. It is hard work for her to change her genetic drives and hard work for this new handler too. If I ever try to owner train another AD I would not pick a Tenterfield Terrier. I often feel it isn't fair on Eps to have to bend herself into the shape of a calm and responsible dog when racing around like a lunatic brings her such joy. 💞🐾 Thanks again for such a useful and informative clip.
Well I have 3 in the garden 2 in the van 3 in the house and 1 at mum's house and 2 dogs the 3 in the garden are too small for my boys now. So don't feel bad
Isn't it amazing how much we are willing to spend on our dogs? My dog doesn't have one or two harnesses he has like 12 he doesn't have one set of boots Yes six he doesn't have two sweaters he has five and on it goes because that little pup of mine gets all the goodies. I get you Laura. I saw one of those crates and I said that is an amazing crate I want that crate!! It's turquoise with a white slatted door. It looks sturdy🐕🦺❤️ yet very very cool., but very durable. take care, enjoy
If i'm purchasing a dog, ideally I want it to come from service dog lines, or sometimes lines that have turned out nice therapy dogs. It really depends on the lines and the breed.
@@DoggyU the fact that Freja comes from service dog lines ,and my breeder has had a lot of her puppies go into service dogs work makes the selection a lot easier. Freja is very healthy.
Another thing! I just want to say that I really appreciate your positive attitude towards owner trained oh and service dogs. It is not easy to train your own service dog when you have triggers . I really love the way you explain the teaching. I do not think a lot of people give owner trained service dogs a chance because of the fake service dogs that are being presented. I wish we have more resources and, accessibility for people who need service dogs,and do not have the funds to obtain one. I feel like I got lucky with Freja. I really love watching your videos as a support for my owner training. It is not easy for me to train a service dog with my Asperger’s syndrome. I feel like I do not have the support since I do not drive, it is hard for me to take for it out all the time. I would love to take Freja out more and get her trained a little bit. The clicker training really helps on the walks. Sometimes I have to take a break because my hearing is so sensitive,and Freja wants to chew the clicker. Freja is the best thing that has ever happened to me,and I want to do my very hardest to get set up for success.
You typically have the choice of keeping their gear on and then having them pat down after going through, or taking all gear off and having them walk through. Be sure your dog has practiced the pat down if you choose to leave gear on. This video might be helpful: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-hhWofXJmETg.html
Metal crate for car (good airflow), plastic crate for vet (light weight) and lawn chair crate for camping (hammock like so no need for pillows or lying on ground with fire ants). X2 dogs.
Great Live Laura! I had to watch the replay due to not being where I could break away to watch live--but I still BOOPED! 😅 Always great info shared! Looking forward to signing up on Patreon next week!! ♥️🐾♥️🐾
I use a non pull, harness and gentle lead to correct pulling and distraction training. I am trying to train Freja off lead for the AKC canine good citizen. Freya in our neighborhood and at our park by the house since I cannot take her out much due to financial reasons and I do not drive.
Laura, I am sorry that I missed the live today! I do still have some questions about how I can properly socialize Freja more. I had this situation with her friend 8 month old Black Lab named Pepper, and I just wanted some advice about that. I am still here in Washington owner training Freja. Freja is 17 months, and I cannot get her into her classes due to still not being able to fund the training. I do socialize Freja when she is off duty.
Hey Nicole! Unfortunately, I'm not taking training clients at this time so I wouldn't be able to provide specific feedback about your dog's socialization. I would consider looking into Atlas Assistance Dogs if you're looking for more customized feedback.
@@DoggyU Do you have any advice or support for those types of situations. I did contact Atlas and the trainer is not.taking any new clients since her dog passed. I will go ahead and talk to my trainers at petco. I still do not have the funds to get Freja back into training.
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