The WillaWoman's Blog

I am disabled, using a wheelchair, working a Wheelchair Service Dog, and currently training my 3rd Wheelchair Service Dog (WSD).

I hope to provide a unique perspective on living with a disability, and life with Service Dogs.

Please feel free to comment and ask questions!
The WillaWoman

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Anonymous said…
Ok I have a few questions.......
I know from seeing you at Betsys' house & at your home that your sdog is either in an "at work" mode or not.
I want to know how you keep people from distracting (petting, talking) your sdog when he is working ?
It must be natural for strangers as well as friends that do not know better to want to interact with that beautiful, talented dog they see. And.....how does the sdog respond to attention (human or otherwise) when working ?
Also, do female dogs do well as service dogs ? You may have already addressed that but I am new to this blog page.
I think the day will come when I may need a service dog of some sort. You know that I have hearing loss, vertigo, Fuchs Dystrophy (how do like that one? Look it up) and arthritis.
You also know I have 3 people/dogs living with me, THANK GOD.
I am never worried or afraid because of them. My hearing and eyesight sucks but with my people NOT to worry.
Cheers,
Kat
3:29 PM
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