Being disabled and trying to train a dog can be incredibly difficult. I am still learning how to be calm, confident, and consistent with Robbie every day. Some days, I let him down when I push us too hard or raise my voice to him purely out of frustration. I am not perfect, but I strive to encourage both of us and believe in our ability to work effectively as a great service dog team. Sometimes I forget that we don't have to be perfect, we don't have to be like other teams, and that our best is good enough. I am sure I am not alone in my struggles. I write this post as a reminder for myself and other handlers, as well as people who are considering owner-training and aren't sure what the level of commitment is involved in being a part of a service dog team. To My Service Dog, I Promise...
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My Name is Sally...I have a condition called Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. This blog is about my journey training Robbie, a dog who helped me regain independence, confidence, and achieve the impossible in the face of my disability. It continues on with the training of Austin, Robbie's successor. Check Out... - "More than a Dog" was published on a site called The Mighty Categories
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