Ever since
Southeastern Guide Dogs set up shop on Main Street a few months ago, I see adorable pooches like this one going for walks around downtown all the time. Make no mistake --- this isn't a joy walk. It's work. From what I can gather, they walk a four block path and along the way they stop and practice commands (and receive lots of positive reinforcement). I'm sure this guy is going to make a great companion for someone.
Click here to see some of the other cute canines in the program.
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He does look determined to do a good job! He's adorable.
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These are wonderful and amazing dogs, and can give a new lease (leash?) on life for a lot of people. We have a Golden Retriever and if she had been properly trained when young, she would have made a good guide dog...now, though, it's too late...she runs up to everybody just to get petted.
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Thank God for guide dogs and this one is a beauty. I'd have to refrain from smooching! ;-)
In greater Hartford, there is an organization called Fidelco that trains guide dogs for blind people. They are often very large black German Shepherd dogs. I admire the people who volunteer to train a dog for a year or two before the dog is placed with someone who needs it.
Thanks for your comments this afternoon. I split time between Florida and Connecticut (and Ohio). Summers in CT and winters in FL, but I go back and forth depending on what is going on. Was in CT for Christmas but back in FM tonight for a while. Be well.
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