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Ep 19: SD and Working Dogs
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“What is the best way to approach a service dog?” “Is it okay to pet a working dog?” These are some of the common questions people have about service/working dogs. Service dogs are amazing animals and provide essential services for some of the most vulnerable people in our society. People often want to pet or approach a service dog in public but are unsure about the correct etiquette. In today’s episode, we learn some basic rules to remember when approaching these dogs in a public setting. We also learn about the different types of service dogs, how you can tell if a dog is a service dog, the number one rule regarding service dogs, advice for trainers and owners on how to deal with strangers, how your dog can become a therapy dog, and much more! Tune in today to learn about the rules surrounding working and service dogs with expert and animal lover, Jeanette Forrey!
Key Points from This Episode:
- Remember that a dog may be an emotional support animal for a person.
- Why some service dogs have been trained to block strangers from their owners.
- The importance of thinking from the perspective of the trainer or owner.
- Basic etiquette when approaching a service dog and owner.
- How being petted by a stranger can erase a working dog’s training.
- An obvious sign that a dog is a working dog: a vest.
- The number one rule when approaching a working dog.
- Do not take offense when a trainer or owner says no to petting.
- Differences between a service dog and a therapy dog.
- Learn about a new trend: a facility dog.
- Advice for trainers and service dog owners when dealing with strangers.
- When it is appropriate for strangers to pet your puppy when training.
- Benefits to the owner and dog relationship when doing therapy work.
- Jeanette outlines the basics of how your dog can become a therapy dog.
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