I have a four month old puppy and I'm training him to be a competition dog. I'm not sure which sport I will stick with but I'm following Frawley and Cindy's methods to the T.
The only consistent problem I've had is people wanting to pet my dog. I've been trying to socialize him a lot. He goes everywhere with me pretty much, and he's normally really great.
My question is, whenever I explain to people "He can't be pet, sorry I'm raising him to be a competition dog," people act like I've lost my brain. Then I continue to explain briefly why it is that I don't want him pet and they still look at me like I'm dumb.
Anyways, I would just say I'm training a service dog but I feel like I'm lying. Is there any less awkward way of explaining to people not to pet him? It's really not an option for me not to take him where people are, so either I have to keep being long winded or figure another way of explaining it.
Just a polite, "please don't touch him, he's in training" is all the explanation necessary.
People are not entitled to pet your dog, or to any explanation from you.
I guess the challenge is that you have to be focussed on the dog's needs if you want him to be neutral.
(I'm actually contemplating getting a "Service Dog in Training" vest for my next pup so we can go more places. Maybe I'll get a "Leave my dog the blank alone" t-shirt to wear along with it )
A dog has alot of friends because he wags his tail instead of his mouth.
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... (I'm actually contemplating getting a "Service Dog in Training" vest for my next pup so we can go more places. Maybe I'll get a "Leave my dog the blank alone" t-shirt to wear along with it )
"Dog in training" vests are available. Fake service dog vests are a really bad idea (I know you were kidding). And the t-shirt would just trigger more reaction to me (and by default, my dogs). Not what I want.
Sorry no petting he's in training. That works! Thanks, I just am a very chatty person by nature and I have felt the "need" to explain. I'm in the process of getting over it!
Are there places that you cannot take your dog? Like a common rule?
(I'm actually contemplating getting a "Service Dog in Training" vest for my next pup so we can go more places. Maybe I'll get a "Leave my dog the blank alone" t-shirt to wear along with it
Just so you know, service dogs in training are not legally allowed in extra places. They have to be actual service dogs to be allowed special access.
It is also illegal to impersonate a disabled person and claim your dog is in training for a service dog when it isn't.
You can just a vest that says "in Training" and leave it at that.
Clavanger embroidery on ebay has great patches that say do not pet.
That said, I have a service dog that has signs plastered all over him..............and tons and tons of people still try to pet him.
Its maddening.....its like traveling with a rock star.
Crowds of people follow us and they regularly make a grab to pet the dog.
I've gotten really good at grabbing peoples hands as they reach out to pet him.
I can't get away fast...so I just have to stay alert.
Thank Heaven that Eddie has realllllly strong nerves.
Give a training vest a try......but I don't know how much it will help.
I like the look them in the eye and firmly say "Please don't pet the dog"
You don't have to explain why.
Kristel Smart Webboard User Reg: 10-03-2006
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Just so you know, service dogs in training are not legally allowed in extra places. They have to be actual service dogs to be allowed special access.
In some states service dogs in training have the same access rights as service dogs, but...
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It is also illegal to impersonate a disabled person and claim your dog is in training for a service dog when it isn't.
Not to mention uber-unethical.
Even with a vest it's easy to get "accosted". Some folks see the vest and think 'therapy dog'. I think it's because they are far more common than service dogs. I've found Connie's method to be the most effective: Just say "no petting...in training" and keep on walking.
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I have two names picked for Roger.."For your Eyes only" Roger Moore being one, I like it,look but don't touch!I am amazed how many people will just walk up and grab, or lean over while in a sit, had that happen a few weeks ago and the lady had beads all dangling from her neck...Geez if she only knew that proper dress was required, or could read the look in his eyes, or understand that I spared her from possible whiplash!
I have service dogs, people think they are safe and want to touch more.
I say the dog is a rescue, I am not sure if he bites, I am testing him...this usually works!
My personal favorite and it works not only for preventing petting but also makes those who feel it is ok for their dog to approach any dog they come upon scramble to reel them in.
"Don't touch him; he has a contagious fungus." Even the cutest puppy becomes something to be avoided.
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