My future service dog (who I've already put down the deposit for, and I'm so excited) probably won't fit through most doorways next to my wheelchair and will have to lead or follow. Do you have recommendations for which one? I don't like the idea of my dog walking into an unknown situation, but I also don't like the idea that the door could shut behind me before my dog makes it through, especially elevator doors.
Congrats on the upcoming dog! I would probably teach them to lead and follow based upon your command. That way you can generally have them follow but can send them ahead certain times as needed (such as elevators).
Teach the dog to automatically roll onto a hip on the down command. If they just crouch on their elbows, it's just too easy for them to pop up and possibly move away before you release them.
Great question! For the CGC tests “loose leash” basically means not pulling a lot. When taking the test you don’t need to prove your dog can walk off leash, you just need to show they can walk in public without being wild.
My dogs were both trained with Suburban K9 and they would for sure pass this test with flying colors!
My future service dog (who I've already put down the deposit for, and I'm so excited) probably won't fit through most doorways next to my wheelchair and will have to lead or follow. Do you have recommendations for which one? I don't like the idea of my dog walking into an unknown situation, but I also don't like the idea that the door could shut behind me before my dog makes it through, especially elevator doors.
Congrats on the upcoming dog! I would probably teach them to lead and follow based upon your command. That way you can generally have them follow but can send them ahead certain times as needed (such as elevators).
Teach the dog to automatically roll onto a hip on the down command. If they just crouch on their elbows, it's just too easy for them to pop up and possibly move away before you release them.
That is good advice! That can really help some dogs hold their stay.
My daughter’s dog, Riley, trained with Nelson. Riley passed her CGC & Therapy Dog test. Thanks to Nelson!!!!
That's great to hear Sally! Thanks for taking the time to drop a comment!
Is this considered a loose leash? The handler is holding the lease with her left hand near the dog.
Great question! For the CGC tests “loose leash” basically means not pulling a lot. When taking the test you don’t need to prove your dog can walk off leash, you just need to show they can walk in public without being wild.